Electrician Apprentice Internship
Listed on 2026-09-20
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Electrician/ Electrician Installation
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Office Tuffy's Pet Foods, Perham, MN, US
4 days ago Requisition
Internship
KLN Family Brands/Tuffy's Pet Foods
Our StoryKLN Family Brands is a 3 rd generation family-owned business that started in 1964 with its corporate headquarters located in Perham, MN, in the heart of MN lakes country. Together, our companies manufacture a diverse and expanding range of high-quality human and pet food products.
At KLN Family Brands, our vision is that “We are a proud people-first company. We are successful because of trust-based relationships, and first-rate products for our families and friends. We better the world by caring for others. We challenge. We grow. We inspire.”
Some companies have to “fudge the story” a little. Some need the extra “spin” to shine a positive light on themselves. That’s not who we are at KLN Family Brands, and that’s not what we do. We tell the story of our brand – our people, the quality & safety of our products, our tradition & trust, our bold innovation, and the way we treat our community & beyond.
We do it in a genuine way because we genuinely believe we’re a pretty amazing company.
We’re looking for an Electrician Apprentice Intern for the summer of 2027 that is serious about a career in manufacturing. If you are willing to learn from the best and have a desire to participate in the growth of some of the fastest growing brands in the pet food industry, you’ve stumbled upon the right job.
The OpportunityAs an Electrician Apprentice Intern
, you’ll work closely with our Electrical & Controls Supervisor and other members of our maintenance, electrical, and controls teams.
- Gain hands-on experience with the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and components, including:
- Electrical panels
- Circuit breakers
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Low-voltage sensors
- Conduit installation
- Wire pulling
- Electrical terminations
- Develop proficiency in the use of specialized electrical testing and maintenance equipment, including multimeters, power benders, infrared cameras, meggers, cchuggers, and other common power tools
- Shadow experienced plant electricians to gain practical knowledge of electrical systems, maintenance procedures, troubleshooting techniques, and safe work practices
- Innovation and creativity
- Goal setting and KPI measurement
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork and leadership
- At least a second-year student pursuing an Associate Degree in Electrical Technology or a Junior pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
- The ability to dedicate 10-12 weeks to the internship program for the summer of 2027
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- The ability to work in a team atmosphere and be a great co-worker
- The ability to work on-site at our Perham, MN facility for the summer
The starting hourly rate of pay is $17.94 and will be a percentage of industry standards based on typical full-time starting salaries, and will depend on your year in school and timeline to graduation.
PotentialInterns who demonstrate exceptional performance and a passion for our business may have the opportunity for full-time employment upon graduation.
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