Summer 2027 Internship - Manufacturing Automation & Controls Intern

Summer 2027 Manufacturing Automation & Controls Internship
Location: Sunnyvale, Texas (5 days/week, on-site)
Program Dates: June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027

About the Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Who We Are

Fanatics Collectibles is a global product and technology company dedicated to redefining the world of collectibles. Through iconic brands like Topps, we create innovative physical and digital products that connect fans and collectors to the sports, entertainment, and culture they love.

Backed by Fanatics, the world's leading sports merchandise and collectibles company, we operate with the speed and creativity of a startup while leveraging unmatched scale, partnerships, and licensing relationships. Our teams collaborate across product, creative, operations, marketing, and licensing to deliver best-in-class collectibles to fans around the world.

About the Role

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking a Manufacturing Automation & Controls Intern to join our team for Summer 2027. This role will support the implementation of manufacturing equipment and automation systems across our trading card production operations, with a focus on improving equipment reliability, quality, and operational efficiency.

As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting preventive maintenance (PM) implementation for shrink-wrapping equipment and the integration of a Scodix detection system. You'll work alongside engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to support equipment testing, troubleshooting, and process improvements.

This role is ideal for someone with an interest in electronics, mechanical systems, pneumatics, and industrial controls who is excited to apply technical knowledge in a manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Support Preventive Maintenance Implementation: Assist in developing and implementing preventive maintenance procedures for shrink-wrapping equipment to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support Detection System Integration: Participate in the implementation and testing of the Scodix detection system to support manufacturing quality and process consistency.
• Assist with Equipment Troubleshooting: Work with engineering and maintenance teams to identify and resolve issues involving mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control systems.
• Support Automation & Controls: Assist with evaluating and testing equipment controls, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), sensors, and related automation components.
• Document Technical Processes: Help maintain equipment documentation, maintenance procedures, testing results, and implementation progress.
• Collaborate on Process Improvements: Partner with engineering and operations teams to identify opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency.

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on technical experience.
• Foundational knowledge of electronics, mechanical systems, pneumatics, or industrial controls, including PLCs.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with an interest in manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, equipment specifications, or engineering drawings.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, maintenance, and operations teams.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance, industrial automation, or equipment commissioning is a plus.

Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud.  Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com).  For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers