About the role#
This is a 12-week internship based in Canton, Mississippi. You will work with a team of six Industrial Engineers to support manufacturing operations. The role focuses on cost reduction, labor planning, and capacity analysis within a large-scale production facility.
What you'll do#
- Conduct elemental analyses of assigned production zones to assess current operating conditions.
- Analyze production and labor data to identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reductions.
- Develop action plans and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Maintenance departments to support improvement initiatives.
- Assist with labor planning, capacity analysis, and continuous improvement projects.
- Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations to communicate project results.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Status as a rising Junior or Senior at the start of the upcoming academic term.
- A GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- A basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work proactively in a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Canton, Mississippi.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Note: This position does not offer sponsorship.
About Nissan Motor Corporation
Nissan Motor Corporation is a global manufacturer of motor vehicles. The company sells cars under the Nissan and INFINITI brands. Founded in 1933, it maintains its headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. It operates across four regions, including the Americas, China, Japan-ASEAN, and the AMIEO region.
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