Testing & Validation Engineer Intern

Job Description:

About Us

At ITW Global Tire Repair, were committed to helping interns grow through meaningful experiences. Youll be supported with the tools and guidance to build your skills, contribute to real work, and explore your potential. Our core valuesIntegrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect, and Shared Riskguide how we work together. We encourage ownership, value diverse perspectives, and take pride in doing things the right way.

About Our Internship Program

As an intern at ITW Global Tire Repair, youll gain hands-on experience with our global brands through a project-based program that combines learning with real-world impact. Along the way, youll take on daily tasks that help you see how your team drives success, work with fellow interns on a community impact project, and wrap up the program by sharing your experience with division leadership.

Position Summary

ITW Global Tire Repair is seeking a Testing & Validation Intern. This role will focus on projects that support key product testing initiatives, ensuring our products meet quality, safety, and performance standards. In this role, youll gain hands-on experience working alongside our R&D team and collaborating across departments.

Overview of Project Tasks

• Complete structured testing on a range of products, including tire sealants, aerosols, inflators, pneumatic devices, and repair accessories
• Document test results clearly and accurately in standardized reports
• Analyze test data to identify performance trends, issues, and improvement opportunities
• Deliver a final summary presentation outlining findings, insights, and recommended next steps

Qualifications

• Junior or senior pursuing a Bachelors degree in a technical field (Engineering, Materials Science, or related)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong technical aptitude; familiarity with 3D design tools is a plus

Additional Information

This is a temporary position (Summer 2026), working approximately 1520 hours per week in our San Luis Obispo, CA office.

Compensation Information:

Compensation Pay Range: $22$28 per hour, depending on experience.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.