Supplier Quality Digitalization – Summer Internship 2026

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The Company

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

From our headquarters in Michigan City Indiana our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

We are a team of innovators engineers and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today while boldly contributing to a sustainable circular economy. With more than 60 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi Sullair and Champion (Australia) we are proud of our reputation for reliability durability and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power youll be part of a global network thats shaping the future of industrial power.

Position Summary

The Supplier Quality Digitalization Intern will support Hitachi Global Air Power (HGAP) strategic initiative to digitalize key Supplier Quality processes including PPAP submissions monthly reporting and lessons-learned data management. This role offers hands-on exposure to cross-functional collaboration with SQE Engineering Supply Chain Internal Quality and Suppliers. The intern will play a key role in building a knowledge database for PPAP lessons learned and Part Past History (PPH) enabling long-term continuous improvement within the SQE function.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful experience in a modern digital-first manufacturing environment while contributing directly to impactful transformation projects.

Mission of the Role

• Support digitalization efforts within the Supplier Quality function at (HGAP).
• Contribute to building and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strengthen SQE excellence by improving visibility consistency and knowledge sharing related to PPAP and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. PPAP Digitalization Support

• Assist in improving the end-to-end PPAP processfrom documentation to system readiness.
• Review and analyze current PPAP templates including the PPAP workbook Tracker logs Engineering change documentation (ER) SDR and related quality documents.
• Support development of digital or semidigital workflows for PPAP submission and review.
• Interact with Suppliers SQE team members and internal stakeholders to understand pain points and gather process feedback.

2. Monthly Reporting & Pain Index Automation

• Digitalize the extraction and consolidation of monthly supplier performance data.
• Support development of a more automated Pain Index and reporting mechanism.
• Improve consistency and accuracy of supplier monthly reporting practices.

3. Build Knowledge Databases (PPAP Lessons Learned & PPH)

• Collect analyze and categorize Part Past History (PPH) data.
• Gather PPAP lessons learned from trackers past submissions SQE interviews and issue logs.
• Develop a structured knowledge repository for critical parts and commodities.
• Prepare insights and reports to be shared with Engineering Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Internal Quality teams.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Conduct interviews with SMEs across SQE Engineering Supply Chain Internal Quality and Suppliers.
• Study commodities Global New Product Development (GNPD) gateways and supplier selection criteria.
• Contribute to project meetings milestone updates and documentation reviews.

5. Documentation & Training Development

• Convert collected data and insights into training materials for SQE and cross-functional teams.
• Support preparation of internal presentations and project deliverables.

Learning & Development Opportunities for the Intern

• Hands-on learning of PPAP processes and supplier interactions.
• Exposure to real-world Quality Engineering and Supply Chain collaboration.
• Understanding of how digital tools support manufacturing quality workflows.
• Experience with project management activities including milestone reviews risk analysis and cross-functional communication.
• Preparation for future fulltime opportunities within a modern manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Working toward a degree in Engineering Supply Chain Quality Operations Business Analytics or related field
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Interest in manufacturing supplier quality or process improvement
• Proficiency with Excel and data organization
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Exposure to Power BI SharePoint or other digital tools
• Interest in digital transformation projects

Success Factors

• Curiosity and drive to learn crossfunctional processes
• Ability to gather organize and synthesize information
• Strong followthrough and reliability
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Comfort working with diverse teams and external partners

Internship Program Criteria

• Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
• Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
• Must be able to complete internship from MayAugust 2026.
• Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
• Willingness to learn from others on the job

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $20$25 depending on education level and skill set.

The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related performing the job the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organizations efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Companys discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race religion color age gender sexual orientation national origin genetic information veteran status physical or mental disability or other protected categories under applicable law whether in recruitment employment promotion transfer compensation or other conditions of employment.