About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to contribute to data-driven projects within a manufacturing environment. You will work on a core functional assignment and a special project, gaining exposure to operational processes and business goals. The program concludes with a presentation of your project outcomes to the Leadership Team.
What you'll do#
- Complete tasks that support department goals.
- Use data, observation, and collaboration to improve processes and solve problems.
- Communicate progress, risks, and project outcomes to peers, mentors, and leaders.
- Apply a continuous improvement mindset to your daily work.
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and safe work practices.
- Present key project results to company leaders.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- You must be at least 18 years old before the internship begins.
- Ability to gather information, analyze data, and think critically.
- Strong time management skills and a focus on meeting deadlines.
- Ability to work well with others across different teams.
- A curious mindset and a willingness to explore better ways to work.
- U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status with authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Macon, Georgia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Modality: On-site.
About Blue Bird Corporation
Blue Bird Corporation manufactures Type A, C, and D school buses. Founded in 1927, the company maintains its headquarters in Macon, Georgia. It operates with a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. Beyond bus production, the company offers financial solutions through Blue Bird Capital Services. Its products reach customers in over 60 countries across several continents.
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