Industrial Engineering Intern - Production

About the Role

This position offers hands-on exposure to manufacturing processes through rotation across assigned production business units. You will support the Industrial Engineering team and participate in various projects to develop a broad understanding of plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through assigned production business units to gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing processes, plant layout, and assembly operations.
• Support the Industrial Engineering team with time studies, cycle time analysis, and line balancing to support process planning and capacity requirements.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of process flow diagrams, P-FMEA documentation, and manufacturing layouts.
• Support updates to work instructions to ensure documentation reflects current production processes, engineering changes, and BPS requirements.
• Participate in trial builds and support PPAP/ISIR activities for new and existing production programs.
• Support ergonomics assessments and job-safety analyses across assigned production areas while following applicable safety and OSHA requirements.
• Assist with skill matrix tracking and the maintenance and auditing of production operator training records.
• Compile and analyze production, quality, and attendance data to support reporting and continuous improvement activities.
• Work alongside Industrial Engineering Coordinators and Team Leads and participate in cross-functional production meetings.
• Support additional production and Industrial Engineering projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a Freshman or Sophomore pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
• No prior professional experience required; previous exposure to manufacturing or production environments is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Willingness and ability to learn engineering and business systems such as AutoCAD, SAP, and MFG/PRO.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing and production concepts preferred.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across production and engineering teams.

Benefits

• Competitive performance-based compensation and health insurance.
• Attractive social and family-oriented programs throughout North American locations.
• Comprehensive medical and insurance benefits.
• Educational assistance.
• Community outreach, family, and sporting events.
• Flexible working hours and a collaborative work environment.
• Development programs with opportunities for individual growth through training, international or regional assignments, and tailored career paths.

Benefits package may vary slightly per location.