Quality Engineering Intern

Location: Toronto, Canada

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

About TTM

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

Summer 2027

Program Description

TTM offers a project-based internship in quality engineering within a printed circuit board manufacturing environment. Students gain practical experience, contribute to improvement projects and build professional skills with support from experienced mentors.

Duration: Four months, May to August 2027

Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Location: 8150 Sheppard Avenue East, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Mentors: Quality Director and Continuous Improvement Manager

Required Field of Study

• Currently pursuing a diploma, certificate or degree in Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Quality Engineering studies are required, through a dedicated program or coursework in quality assurance, quality control, statistical methods and process improvement.

Program Outline

• Complete an assigned improvement project with deliverables achievable during the four-month term.
• Receive guidance from the designated mentors and work with relevant site teams.
• Deliver opening, mid-review and closing presentations to site and regional leadership.
• Participate in professional, career and leadership development opportunities.
• Travel to a U.S. TTM site for approximately one week to present project findings to executive leadership and fellow interns.
• Successful completion may lead to an early employment offer upon graduation.

Essential Requirements

• Must be returning to the final year of a relevant postsecondary program in September 2027, with expected graduation no later than June 2028.
• Available for the full internship term and able to travel to the United States for the internship program.
• Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status in Canada, as specified in the site’s Controlled Goods Program hiring requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills; ability to research problems and manage assigned deliverables.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with required safety controls and PPE.

Duties and Responsibilities

Working with the Quality Director and Continuous Improvement Manager, the Intern will support quality engineering and continuous improvement projects in PCB manufacturing.

• Analyze inspection, defect, scrap and rework data to identify trends and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions using tools such as 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams and Pareto analysis.
• Assist with statistical process control, process capability studies and validation of improvement results.
• Review inspection methods, quality records and work instructions; recommend updates under the guidance of the Quality team.
• Support measurement system studies and the review of inspection and test data.
• Participate in quality audits and follow up on assigned actions with production and engineering teams.
• Complete an assigned quality improvement project and prepare reports and presentations on results.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of quality engineering principles, statistical analysis, root cause analysis and continuous improvement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and quality requirements.
• Familiarity with SPC, process capability, measurement systems and Lean or Six Sigma concepts is an asset.

EHS Responsibilities

• Follow environmental, health and safety policies, training requirements and applicable procedures, including PPE and lockout requirements.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, near misses, spills, leaks, incidents and injuries.
• Follow authorized procedures for chemical handling, equipment use and waste segregation; perform only tasks for which training and authorization have been provided.
• Support waste reduction, recycling and environmental management programs.
• Participate in assigned safety and environmental inspections, audits and corrective actions under supervision.
• Attend required EHS training and emergency drills; know evacuation routes and emergency procedures.
• Follow site security requirements, including identification badges, sign-in and access control procedures.

Posting Disclosure

This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role. Final compensation will be determined in accordance with applicable compensation policies, internal equity, and the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience. The expected annual compensation range, in CAD, for this position is as follows:

$42,115 - $54,342

Please note that due to Controlled Goods Program (CGP) requirements, all applicants must be a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident in Canada.

Applicants may be entitled to

Shift premium

Registered Retirement Saving Plan