Industrial Engineering Summer/Fall Co-op

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM) and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA) operate collectively as the “Bridgestone West” strategic region, serving teams across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, we develop, manufacture, and market Bridgestone, Firestone, and associate brand products and solutions for a broad range of customers and industries.

About the role

Engineers at Bridgestone drive innovation in the world's largest tire and rubber company. As an Industrial Engineering Co-op, you will gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects, network with engineers, and make a lasting impact while developing skills to elevate your future career. This role focuses on optimizing manufacturing systems, including personnel workflow, materials logistics, production processes, and equipment layouts.

Responsibilities

• Work on problems of limited scope and contribute to projects or processes with detailed instructions from higher-level professionals.
• Establish methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel.
• Conduct cost, inventory, production control, and human factors studies to develop and implement facility modifications and operational revisions.
• Assist manufacturing plant and facilities engineers with facility planning and design.
• Apply interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with teammates and achieve common goals.
• Work in a hands-on environment with cross-functional teams.
• Utilize project management skills to develop, manage, and control scope, schedule, and cost.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or another applicable major, actively enrolled in an accredited university.
• Sophomore-senior level standing with a GPA of at least 3.0.
• Completed coursework in Computer Aided Design (CAD)/AutoCAD.
• Available to work 40 hours weekly in a 6-month minimum co-op assignment.

Skills

• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• People-centric focus with strong collaboration skills across teams.
• Strong initiative, work ethic, and enthusiasm.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude in your major of study.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience.
• Opportunities for development and growth through training and mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A global, dynamic, and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness initiatives for long-term well-being.
• An effective and inclusive team culture.