About the role#
This internship offers rising university juniors or seniors the chance to work on a manufacturing process improvement project. You will report to a Senior Process Engineer or a Process Improvement Manager at the Pendleton Finishing Plant. This is a full-time, hourly paid position running from mid-May through the first week of August 2027.
What you'll do#
- Manage a manufacturing project to achieve specific results.
- Use continuous improvement techniques to find solutions.
- Identify unique approaches to problem solving.
- Communicate project updates one-to-one and in group settings.
- Collaborate with a diverse team to implement project improvements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a BS degree program as a rising junior or senior.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Availability to attend the Summer Challenge Forum in early June 2027.
- Ability to participate in the final presentation review at the end of the summer.
- Preference is given to students majoring in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
Location & details#
- Location: Pendleton, South Carolina.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work modality: On-site.
About Milliken & Company
Milliken and Company is a privately held manufacturing firm founded in 1865. Based in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the company employs approximately 4,200 people. It operates across several sectors, including specialty chemicals, textiles, flooring, and healthcare. The business maintains an extensive portfolio of patents used in diverse applications.
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