We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
What we do:
For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
The Watts Internship Program is your chance to bring what you’ve learned in the classroom to life! You’ll dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while learning how business really works from the inside. During the program, you’ll get to roll up your sleeves and make an impact on day-to-day operations. Plus, you'll have tons of opportunities to network with passionate professionals across manufacturing, industrial engineering, and more—sparking new ideas through cross-department collaboration. It’s all about expanding your skills, challenging yourself, and exploring where your ambitions can take you!
As a valued member of the Manufacturing Engineering team, the Manufacturing Quality Intern will contribute to impactful projects that support factory transformation, product line optimization, and production floor redesign. This internship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment, providing exposure to real-world engineering challenges and opportunities to collaborate across teams.
This position reports to the Quality and Sustaining Engineer Supervisor and is onsite in Fort Myers, FL.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Manufacturing Engineering team on the factory transformation initiative, focusing on modernizing workflows, integrating new technologies, and driving process improvements.
Support efforts to optimize the MCX/MCX2 product line, a key component of our business, through data analysis, process mapping, and continuous improvement strategies.
Assist in the redesign of the production floor layout to enhance operational efficiency, reduce waste, and improve safety and ergonomics.
Provide ongoing support for cross-functional engineering projects, including documentation, testing, and implementation activities.
Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and project reviews, gaining exposure to engineering decision-making and project management.
Deliver a final presentation summarizing internship learnings, contributions, and outcomes to the leadership team.
Travel Requirements: None
Required Qualifications
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Junior level or above), preferably in Industrial, Mechanical, Process, or Manufacturing Engineering .
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach to learning.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques.
General Applicable Company Competencies
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.
Working Conditions:
While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility…