2027 Industrial Engineering Summer Internship - Denver, CO

United Parcel Service, Inc.; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Personal time

Discounted Employee Stock Purchase

Job summary

UPS is seeking an Industrial Engineering Intern to work on targeted projects, collect data, observe operations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Projects conclude with a formal presentation to the Industrial Engineering staff.

Responsibilities include work measurement, cost-benefit analysis, and applying AI/automation to enhance efficiency while developing practical engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S. for this employer.
• Current student enrolled in a degreed college/university program or recent graduate (within 24 months).
• Available to work 40 hours per week during the internship period.
• Strong written and verbal communication, plus collaborative and independent work skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform Work Measurement in Master Standard Data (MSD).
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and process improvement studies.
• Support operational planning and cross-functional projects.
• Explore and apply AI, automation, and data analytics to improve efficiency.
• Present findings to Industrial Engineering staff upon project completion.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Statistical analysis

Research skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Enrollment in degreed program

Tools

Data analytics tools

AI applications

Job description

Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow—people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level.

Job Description:

We are the obstacle overcomers, and problem get-arounders. From figuring it out, to getting it done, our culture demands "yes and how". We don’t only move packages, we move data, innovation and ideas. We are UPS... the United Problem Solvers!

Job Summary:

An Industrial Engineering Intern at UPS works on targeted projects individually, or in small teams. Projects require operational observations, data collection, cross functional communication, and problem solving. All completed projects will be presented to the Industrial Engineering staff upon completion.

Responsibilities And Duties:

• Work Measurement in Master Standard Data (MSD)
• Cost benefit analysis
• Process improvement analysis
• Operational planning
• Exploring and applying Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and data analytics tools to improve operational efficiency and support engineering initiatives

Qualifications And Skills:

• Knowledge of Industrial Engineering and/or Engineering related discipline
• Effective statistical analysis skills
• Effective research and communication skills
• Enthusiasm, idealism, creativity and dedication to getting results
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively across business units
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer
• Employer will not sponsor a visa for this or future positions
• Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the internship or willing to relocate yourself
• Current student enrolled in a degreed college/university program, or recent graduate from a degreed college/university program within the past 24 months
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week.

For Non-Union Intern/Co-Op Positions:

• Pay Range Estimate: $16.00 - $33.44 per hour
• Note: Actual Compensation offered to candidate may vary within range based upon geographic location and education. The pay rate will be finalized at the offer stage.
• 401(k) retirement program – eligible at 90 days of employment
• Personal time
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program – eligible at 6 months of employment
• Deadline to Apply: April 1, 2027

Employee Type:

Intern

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

Pay Range:

Pay for this internship is based on several factors, including but not limited to geographic location, education level, and course of study. The base pay ranges from $16.00/hour to $30.00/hour for Undergraduate Interns or $27.40/hour to $52.00/hour for Postgraduate Interns. Hired applicants may be eligible for 401(k) retirement program, Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, and personal time.

Applications for this position must be completed by 11:59 PM (local time) on:abr 01, 2027