About the role#
This is a full-time, 12-week internship based in Decherd, Tennessee. You will work within a manufacturing and engineering environment alongside experienced professionals. The role focuses on hands-on projects, process improvement, and operational tasks.
What you'll do#
- Identify ways to improve material utilization and support sustainability efforts.
- Troubleshoot production issues related to materials and collaborate with cross-functional teams to find solutions.
- Work on projects involving cycle-time reduction, robotics integration for part transfer, and automated inspection processes.
- Test raw materials and analyze data to ensure quality and performance standards.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives for manufacturing processes and operational performance.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate program for Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- You must be entering your Junior or Senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivation and a willingness to learn and grow.
- Experience with programming, automation, or data analysis tools is a plus.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Decherd, Tennessee.
- The role is on-site.
- This is a paid internship for Summer 2027.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without 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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