Process Engineer Intern

Summary: 

The MBCI Intern Program offers exceptional opportunities to play an integral role in challenging value-added projects within the Operations department.  Each intern is assigned to a manager who will outline a project plan, coach, and provide performance feedback.  This is a project-based internship with broad exposure to daily operating activities.  At the completion of the internship, you will present the results and conclusions of your project.  Also, as an integral member of a team, you will work with professionals across the business assisting in periodic activities such as Project Leadership, Continuous Improvement activities, Engineering initiatives, Team Leadership, and Human Resources. 

Typical Tasks Involve:  

• Support continuous improvement and process engineering initiatives across manufacturing/operations 

• Conduct time studies and work observations to document current-state processes 

• Assist with process audits, standard work verification, and compliance checks 

• Collect, analyze, and visualize operational data (cycle time, throughput, waste, KPIs) 

• Support implementation of Lean tools (6S, Kanban, SMED, value stream mapping, A3s) 

• Co-lead or support Kaizen events, problem-solving workshops, improvement projects, and lean training sessions 

• Prepare presentations and reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and results 

MBCI looks for students who are excellent team players, highly motivated, and have strong communication skills, a desire to succeed, integrity, and a passion. 

• Scheduled to graduate May 2026 - December 2026 

• A cumulative GPA of 3.0+ 

• Superior analytical, quantitative, leadership, interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills 

• A keen attention to detail and an innovative mindset 

• The proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 

• Preferred Bachelor Program: Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering 

Internship hours will be dependent on the student’s availability while school is in session.  During the summer, interns are expected to work 40 hours per week, or as mutually agreed upon.  Applicants will have the opportunity to share their availability during the interview process.