Value Stream Mapping Internship (Summer 2026)

Job Title: Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Internship (Summer 2026)
Location: Benton KY
Department: Operations
Reports To: Engineering
Job Type: Internship

This role is fully on site daily in Benton KY.

About 3A Composites:

3A Composites USA specializes in the manufacturing of leading substrates for the graphic display architectural and framing markets in North America South America and Central America. With manufacturing facilities in Benton KY Statesville NC and Glasgow KY and sales and marketing offices in Davidson NC our industry leading brands include: FOME-COR SINTRA GATOR DISPA DIBOND LUMEX G and ALUCOBOND PLUS. 3A Composites is part of the international 3A Composites Group which belongs to the listed company Schweiter Technologies headquartered in Steinhausen Switzerland. At 3A Composites we share common values of integrity and accountability teamwork trust & transparency that guide us in our dealings with customers suppliers and other stakeholders. More information about 3A Composites can be found at .

Purpose of this role:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Intern to support our Benton facility operations team. This internship provides a hands-on opportunity to analyze and improve material flow facility layout and operational efficiency within a manufacturing environment.

The intern will play a key role in updating facility layouts documenting material movement and identifying opportunities to streamline processes. This position is ideal for students pursuing careers in manufacturing industrial engineering operations or continuous improvement.

In this position you will

• Update and maintain an accurate AutoCAD layout of the facility including equipment storage areas and material staging locations
• Observe and document material flow from receiving through production to shipping
• Analyze employee movement forklift traffic and material handling processes
• Identify inefficiencies congestion points and opportunities for process improvement
• Evaluate storage locations pallet usage and space utilization
• Map current-state operations and workflows
• Analyze material handling and staging practices
• Identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary movement and improve organization
• Contribute to data-driven recommendations for operational improvements
• Support development of recommendations to improve workflow organization and efficiency
• Compile findings and present actionable recommendations to plant leadership

The knowledge skills and abilities you will bring

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Operations Management or a related field
• Expected graduation date between December 2026 and May 2028
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or similar CAD software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to observe document and analyze processes
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or industrial operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications
• Strong communication and organizational skills