Operational Excellence Intern
Job Location:
Lawrence, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
21 August 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline:
18 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
INTERNSHIP DETAILS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Understand and apply problem solving root cause analysis and solution validation.
- Assist in developing knowledge capture systems.
- Conduct employee interviews and job-shadowing activities.
- Capture critical institutional knowledge.
- Identify operational bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
- Understand auditing and compliance aspects of tasks.
- Present findings and recommendations to management.
- Review update and digitize documentation.
- Create and deliver presentations summarizing what was learned how it was applied and any results.
- The Intern will be assigned a Coach and Mentor to guide them through their experience.
- The Intern will be assigned a project which will be presented to Black Box Management at the conclusion of the Internship.
- Documentation review update and digitization.
- Additional duties as assigned
TRAINING OVERVIEW:
- Opportunities to learn about different areas of the business.
- On-the-Job training with assignments guided by an individual Mentor/supervisor.
- Individual and group projects
- Roundtables with leadership.
- Present outs to TPS Leadership and stakeholders
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Undergraduate (Rising Senior) or Graduate in one of the following majors: Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Supply Chain Business Analytics Operations Organizational Leadership or similar course of study
- Strong computer skills including Word Excel SharePoint OneDrive etc.
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills and sound interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of IT infrastructure products and applications a plus
SCHEDULE:
- Monday through Friday with flexibility not to exceed 25 hours/week
- Location: This position will be on-site in Lawrence; PA. Intern will need reliable transportation.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Black Box® is a trusted IT solutions provider delivering cutting-edge technology products and world-class consulting services to businesses across the globe.