Shippensburg, PA, US
12 hours ago
Vocational Trainee Program: Machining (Fall 2025)

 

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Job Description

The vocational trainee program role provides students with the opportunity to apply academic knowledge and skills in a professional environment and to support/promote the graduate's career goals through contact with professionals in their field of study. The experience enables students to participate in professional activities for Volvo Group by working on important and innovative projects. Co-ops are structured learning experiences where co-ops and our full time professionals work together on projects within their selected organization. The co-op allows students to integrate knowledge and skills in a manner that is mutually beneficial to the student and Volvo. 

What you will do:

Operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines and grinders to produce metal parts.    Review electronic or written blueprints or specification   Plan the sequence of cutting and finishing operations   Loading and unloading of parts on machine center   Monitor and control feed rate and speed   Detect problems by listening for specific sounds   Adjust cutting speed to compensate for harmonic vibrations   Monitor accuracy of cuts   Replace dull cutting tools   Check accuracy of work against blueprints and specifications   Produce large quantities of parts   Wrote basic programs   Modify programs in response to problems 
  Education Requirements Student must be currently enrolled and pursuing the Machining world.  Student must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5.  Must be at least 17 years of age. 

Personal Competencies:  

Customer Focus   Technical Skills   Peer Relationships   Integrity and Trust   Standing Alone   Action Oriented   Perseverance 


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Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow. 

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