About the role#
As an Industrial Engineer Intern, you will work within a high-volume distribution environment to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency. You will partner with experienced engineers to optimize workflows and contribute to process improvement initiatives. This role involves applying classroom knowledge to real-world logistics challenges to support the supply chain.
What you'll do#
- Apply lean principles and industrial engineering methods to warehouse processes.
- Analyze material flow, labor standards, and equipment utilization.
- Develop recommendations to improve productivity, safety, and quality.
- Use data-driven tools to support cost reduction and throughput improvements.
- Collaborate with operations teams to implement and sustain process enhancements.
- Participate in daily planning, performance reporting, and root cause analysis.
- Work side-by-side with experienced engineers to optimize workflow.
- Analyze performance data and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
- Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
- Proficiency in MS Office, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and data analysis tools.
- Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, including basic competency in DMAIC concepts.
- Basic project management skills and experience with time study methodologies.
- Previous internship or co-op experience in industrial engineering or logistics is a plus.
- Experience in a leadership role at work or within a campus organization.
- Physical stamina to alternate between sitting and standing for extended periods.
- Ability to wear required PPE and perform routine movements like bending, reaching, lifting, and climbing in a distribution center environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Mooresville, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Paid internship.
About Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is a home improvement retailer founded in 1921. Based in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates more than 2,200 hardware and home improvement stores. It serves approximately 20 million customers each week. The organization focuses on home and garden products, DIY projects, and community initiatives related to housing.
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