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Engineering Co-Op - Summer 2026
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Dana Incorporated
Job Purpose Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off -highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Dana Incorporated is seeking to fill 2026 Summer engineering co-op positions at their World Headquarters in Maumee, OH. This is a great opportunity to develop your technical skills by working alongside Dana's engineers in the completion of departmental oriented tasks/assignments.
Benchmark Lab
Teardown competitor products for analysis.
Document components with photos and create photoprints.
Analyze findings and prepare teardown analysis reports.
Gear Lab
Operate gear production equipment and perform tooling change overs.
Collect data and analyze gear dimensions to make necessary machine adjustments
Opportunity to learn about gear production.
Materials Lab
Prepare samples for testing (section, mount, polish) and etching solutions.
Plan and perform testing and material analysis on test samples
Evaluate and interpret test results. Prepare test reports
Test Lab
Assist engineers with testing and development of Dana products and processes.
Assemble, test, and analyze specified products to meet various customer performance requirements.
Perform process development/documentation of safe manufacturing work instructions.
Samples Department
Assist in the building of prototype axle and driveshaft assemblies.
Review and create safety documentation.
Assist in implementation of 5S methodology.
Applications Engineering
Analyze vehicle requirements to best determine the correct product for a vehicle application.
Work with the Product Engineering department to develop new part designs as necessary to fit vehicle needs.
Interface with the CAD department in order to create assembly prints.
Assist in managing the building prototype parts that will be used for lab and vehicle testing.
Oversee lab testing for product assemblies.
Remain in constant contact with Dana’s customers to ensure superior customer service.
Product Engineering
Work with the Application Engineering department to develop new part designs as necessary to fit vehicle needs.
Interface with manufacturing facilities to navigate production process challenges.
Communicate with the CAD department in order to create component part prints.
Oversee lab testing for component parts.
Work with Dana’s purchasing team to determine suppliers who can best meet product needs.
Benefits
Paid co-op
Opportunity for overtime depending on department
Access to on-demand training & onsite technical education training sessions
Potential visits to assembly & machining plants to learn about manufacturing processes & procedures
Gain valuable work experience & work on diverse teams
Opportunity for long term growth
Seniority level Internship
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Dana Incorporated by 2x
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Engineering Co-Op - Summer 2026
role at
Dana Incorporated
Job Purpose Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off -highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.
Dana Incorporated is seeking to fill 2026 Summer engineering co-op positions at their World Headquarters in Maumee, OH. This is a great opportunity to develop your technical skills by working alongside Dana's engineers in the completion of departmental oriented tasks/assignments.
Benchmark Lab
Teardown competitor products for analysis.
Document components with photos and create photoprints.
Analyze findings and prepare teardown analysis reports.
Gear Lab
Operate gear production equipment and perform tooling change overs.
Collect data and analyze gear dimensions to make necessary machine adjustments
Opportunity to learn about gear production.
Materials Lab
Prepare samples for testing (section, mount, polish) and etching solutions.
Plan and perform testing and material analysis on test samples
Evaluate and interpret test results. Prepare test reports
Test Lab
Assist engineers with testing and development of Dana products and processes.
Assemble, test, and analyze specified products to meet various customer performance requirements.
Perform process development/documentation of safe manufacturing work instructions.
Samples Department
Assist in the building of prototype axle and driveshaft assemblies.
Review and create safety documentation.
Assist in implementation of 5S methodology.
Applications Engineering
Analyze vehicle requirements to best determine the correct product for a vehicle application.
Work with the Product Engineering department to develop new part designs as necessary to fit vehicle needs.
Interface with the CAD department in order to create assembly prints.
Assist in managing the building prototype parts that will be used for lab and vehicle testing.
Oversee lab testing for product assemblies.
Remain in constant contact with Dana’s customers to ensure superior customer service.
Product Engineering
Work with the Application Engineering department to develop new part designs as necessary to fit vehicle needs.
Interface with manufacturing facilities to navigate production process challenges.
Communicate with the CAD department in order to create component part prints.
Oversee lab testing for component parts.
Work with Dana’s purchasing team to determine suppliers who can best meet product needs.
Benefits
Paid co-op
Opportunity for overtime depending on department
Access to on-demand training & onsite technical education training sessions
Potential visits to assembly & machining plants to learn about manufacturing processes & procedures
Gain valuable work experience & work on diverse teams
Opportunity for long term growth
Seniority level Internship
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Dana Incorporated by 2x
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