About the role#
We are looking for students to join our production teams in Macungie, Pennsylvania for the Spring 2027 term. This internship provides an opportunity to work directly on production lines, focusing on increasing efficiency and quality. You will gain experience in a manufacturing business environment while applying your engineering education to real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Drive lean methodology and support 5S activities.
- Collect and analyze data to improve the standards and repeatability of current processes.
- Use video analysis to assess Muri, Mura, and Muda in existing workflows.
- Assist with line-balancing projects and Kaizen weeks across assembly, logistics, and quality areas.
- Work with other departments to implement product and process changes.
- Support training sessions for Lean Manufacturing tools.
- Participate in project planning, implementation, and functional meetings.
- Serve as a Focus Improvement owner to promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- Assist with follow-up tasks, reports, and flow charts.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering degree program.
- Completed at least 30 semester hours before the start of the internship.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
- Valid US work authorization.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to dependability.
- Flexibility to handle a wide range of tasks and changing priorities.
- Personal competencies including customer focus, technical skills, integrity, perseverance, and an action-oriented mindset.
Location & details#
- Location: Macungie, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Note: This is a part-time internship role.
About Volvo Group
Volvo Group produces trucks, buses, construction equipment, and industrial engines. The company also provides financing and service solutions for its products. Founded in 1927, it maintains headquarters in Göteborg. The organization operates production facilities in 18 countries and sells in over 190 markets. It employs approximately 80,545 people.
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