Intern (Industrial Engineering)

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Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Engineering Intern to join our Operations team for Summer 2026. This internship is ideal for a sophomore or junior pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field who is interested in hands-on experience in process improvement operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making.

As an intern youll work closely with our engineering and operations leaders to support real-world projects that improve productivity streamline workflows enhance quality and optimize resource utilization. You will gain exposure to lean methodologies time studies data analysis tools and manufacturing/operations best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in analyzing operational processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.

• Conduct time studies workflow mapping and waste analysis to support lean initiatives.

• Support development of standard work instructions visual controls and process documentation.

• Collect organize and interpret operational data to support decision-making.

• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving sessions and continuous improvement events.

• Create dashboards charts and reports summarizing findings and recommendations.

• Support layout design ergonomics assessments and capacity planning.

• Perform other engineering tasks as assigned to support ongoing projects within Operations.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as a sophomore or junior in Industrial Engineering Systems Engineering Operations Research or a related field.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data analysis tools (Power BI Minitab or similar) is a plus.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Detailoriented with strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work full-time during Summer 2026.

Preferred:

• Coursework or experience with Lean Six Sigma or process improvement tools.

• Experience with CAD tools (AutoCAD SolidWorks) is beneficial but not required.

• Previous internship or project experience in manufacturing or operations environments.

• Creating a Capacity Model

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