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Student Co-Op - 2027

Apogee Enterprises · Wausau, WI

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

The co-op could be in operations excellence, manufacturing engineering or supply chain. Which interests you most, and why?

What they are checking: Whether they have real interest in manufacturing work and can explain what draws them to a specific area.

Tell me about a project, at school or a job, where you owned a piece of the work from start to finish.

What they are checking: Ownership and follow-through, since the program is built around real projects co-ops are responsible for.

You'll present to leaders during the program. Tell me about a presentation you gave and how you prepared.

What they are checking: Comfort communicating to a more senior audience, which the program builds through presentations to leadership.

Tell me about a time you got feedback that was hard to hear. What did you do with it?

What they are checking: Coachability, since regular coaching and feedback sessions are a core part of the co-op.

What would you do

This co-op is eight to nine months, January to August or May to December 2027. Which option fits your school plan, and how have you planned for it?

What they are checking: Whether they have realistically arranged school and life around a long commitment in Wausau or Monett.

You're stuck on your project and your mentor is busy for the week. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they find other ways forward and ask for help appropriately, rather than waiting or spinning.

How comfortable are you talking with operators and supervisors on the plant floor to learn how things really work?

What they are checking: Willingness to learn from people on the floor, which is where most useful manufacturing information lives.

About the work

If you were asked to reduce scrap at a cutting station on an aluminum extrusion line, how would you start?

What they are checking: Basic problem-solving instinct: go see the process, measure it, and look for causes before proposing fixes.

What do you know about lean manufacturing or continuous improvement tools?

What they are checking: Foundational knowledge they can build on, and whether they are curious enough to have learned some on their own.

What tools have you used for analysis, like Excel, CAD or a programming language?

What they are checking: Current skills they can put to work right away on project data and design tasks.

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The full job description

As published by Apogee Enterprises.

Apogee Architectural Metals We are hiring Student Co-Ops for 2027! Our team is hiring student co-ops at our Wausau, WI and Monett, MO locations for 2027. These positions are an eight- to nine-month commitment, going from January 2027-August 2027 or May 2027-December 2027. These positions offer hands-on project experience, professional development, and much more! Potential Opportunities *The departments and number of positions are not currently finalized, and this will be determined at a later date. • Operations Excellence Engineer • Manufacturing Engineer • Supply Chain What You Can Expect • Structured, project-based program focusing on skill set growth, technology and systems knowledge, business acumen, and professional development • Regular coaching and feedback sessions with mentors and supervisors • Leadership opportunities through activities and presentations • Connect with leadership team through various events • Exposure to other Apogee locations and business units • Partner with other interns through projects, community events, and social activities Learn more about us by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39rh0LVdBus About Apogee Architectural Metals Architectural Metals (Metals) is a segment within Apogee that is a provider of aluminum windows, curtainwall (soon to be retired), storefront and entrance systems. We offer an integrated set of capabilities including design, engineering, extrusion, finishing, fabrication, and assembly. Our market-leading brands offer solutions for a wide range of construction project types and sizes across the U.S. and Canada. We are known for our dependable on-time service, robust engineering capabilities, broad product portfolio, and industry-leading quality. Brands supported within the Metals segment include: Alumicor, EFCO, Linetec, and Tubelite. Our Benefits We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team. • Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability) • Incentive Plans • 401(k) with employer contribution and match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match • Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time) • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement Program • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Wellness Program • Training and Career Progression Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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