About the role#
As a Production Intern, you will join our team in Blythewood to gain hands-on experience in the automotive manufacturing industry. You will work on projects that support the development of our rugged SUVs and trucks, contributing to the operational and strategic goals of our production environment. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes and increase operational transparency.
What you'll do#
- Support the development of production-related documentation, standards, and process improvements.
- Assist with process analysis to identify efficiency potential across manufacturing and logistics workflows.
- Collect, validate, and analyze data to improve operational transparency.
- Prepare dashboards, reports, and management-ready summaries, including tracking performance indicators.
- Support the coordination of operational flows, planning activities, and readiness verification.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and digital optimization initiatives, including research into emerging technologies.
- Explore and apply AI-enabled tools to support process improvement, automation, and operational decision-making.
- Support cross-functional alignment and follow-up on open topics across production and partner teams.
- Present findings and recommendations to engineering, production, and program stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
- Ability to work on-site in Blythewood, South Carolina, for the full duration of the program.
- Strong interest in rugged SUVs, trucks, automotive innovation, and sustainable transportation.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
- Comfort with change and flexibility in a high-growth environment.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools is preferred.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
Location & details#
- Location: Blythewood, South Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027).
- Modality: Full-time, on-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship at $18 per hour.
- Note: Scout Motors does not provide housing, relocation, or visa sponsorship.
About Scout Motors Inc.
Scout Motors Inc. designs and engineers electric trucks and rugged SUVs. The company operates in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. It is based in Detroit, Michigan. The organization was founded in 2022 and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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