Automation & Process Engineer Intern – Division (Summer 2027)

KENT WORLDWIDE

Columbus (MS)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

KENT WORLDWIDE in Columbus, Mississippi, invites you to join as a Division Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 to work on automation, equipment optimization, and process improvements on real manufacturing lines.

You will collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams, gain hands-on experience with controls systems, data analysis, and SOP development, and contribute to safety and reliability initiatives.

Qualifications

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
Interest in automation and manufacturing systems preferred.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Excel and MS Office.
Previous internship or robotics experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Support automation, process improvement, and engineering projects that enhance safety, product quality, operational efficiency, and sustainability.
Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to identify opportunities for automation, equipment upgrades, and process optimization.
Assist with troubleshooting production equipment, packaging systems, and automated processes using root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
Gain hands-on exposure to manufacturing technology, controls systems, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor equipment and process performance data to identify opportunities for increased throughput, reduced downtime, and improved reliability.