Samtec Company Overview

Founded in 1976, Samtec is a privately held global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, including IC-to-Board and IC Packaging, High Speed Board-to-Board, High Speed Cables, Optics, Micro/Rugged and Flexible Stacking. We couple our wide range of advanced product solutions with our service distinction of cutting-edge tools, complete engineering support, free samples and 3D model downloads, extremely flexible product designs, and 3-day lead times. This enables our customers to get to the right solution, faster.

Samtec High Speed Cable – Wilsonville, Oregon

Cable plays a critical role in many of the advanced solutions Samtec delivers to its customers. As AI adoption accelerates and data center construction surges, Samtec is positioned at the forefront of this technological shift. High Data Rate (HDR) cable, which forms the backbone of high-speed data transmission, is now one of the fastest-growing segments of Samtec's business—driven by innovation, performance, and the increasing demand for faster transmission rates. This rapid growth is fueling a dramatic expansion of manufacturing production lines to meet rising demand.

Samtec's High Speed Cable Plant is a leading center for innovation in cable design and manufacturing, operating as both a cutting-edge R&D hub and a 24/7 high-volume production facility. While the Wilsonville site is relatively small, it is part of a global company—offering the opportunity to collaborate with team members both locally and across international locations. Interns are immersed in this dynamic environment, where they actively contribute to multiple projects that drive real impact.

The plant continues to evolve with advanced automation, precision engineering, and continuous improvement initiatives, offering interns a wide variety of experiences—from hands-on prototyping and testing to data analysis, design work, and cross-functional collaboration. Past internships have resulted in significant contributions, including the successful design and implementation of new manufacturing equipment, process optimization strategies that improved efficiency, and sustaining support that enhanced production reliability.

Interns gain hands-on experience and engage in computer-based engineering tasks such as CAD modeling and data analysis, while also developing project management skills through cross-functional collaboration. With many distinct engineering disciplines, including mechanical, process, manufacturing, and controls engineering, interns are exposed to a broad range of technical areas and have the opportunity to wear multiple hats—gaining a deeper understanding of integrated engineering and manufacturing systems.

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