Business Excellence Intern

Terumo Neuro; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Terumo Neuro in Aliso Viejo, CA is offering a Business Excellence Intern position designed to broaden skills in operations and Lean.

You will participate in time studies, data collection, capacity analysis, and development of dashboards while collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.

This hands-on internship emphasizes on-the-job training and real-world improvement initiatives within a regulated medical technology environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies and capacity analyses to support planning and improvements.

Skills

Time studies

Data analysis

Lean tools

Cross-functional teamwork

Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Analytics, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Dashboards

Job description

13733BR

Job Description:

Salary: $21 -$34/hour. Compensation packages may be higher/lower than what is listed, & will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, education and class level.

The internship is for an individual who wants to broaden their skills and take on diverse responsibilities as part of a fast-growing advanced medical technology company that will impact millions of lives.

This position is a key part of the business and performs duties essential to the smooth and efficient running of operations.

The internship provides hands‑on exposure to Operational Excellence and Industrial Engineering concepts, including time studies, operational data collection, capacity analysis, and Lean tools. This role builds foundational skills critical for individuals looking to develop a career in operations, manufacturing excellence, and process improvement. The majority of training will be on‑the‑job (OTJ) through active participation in improvement initiatives and support of multiple business functions.

Typical duties include:

• Conduct time studies and capacity analyses to support operational planning and efficiency improvements

• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data, applying Lean tools to solve operational problems

• Assist in the development of process flows and layout improvements to optimize efficiency and flow

• Assist in the creation of operational tools (templates, trackers, dashboards) to improve data transparency

• Support documentation, change management, and sustainability of implemented improvements

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support Operational Excellence objectives

Qualifications:

1. Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Analytics, or a related field

2. Ability to work effectively and confidently in a team‑based, cross‑functional environment

3. Strong analytical/critical thinking and organizational skills

4. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

5. MS Office proficiency with emphasis on Excel

Desired Qualifications

1. Knowledge of data collection and data analysis to support operational decisions

2. Interest in manufacturing operations or the medical device industry

3. Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization and reporting tools is a plus

4. Strong adaptability, time‑management, and problem‑solving skills

Additional Information

• The primary work location for this position is Aliso Viejo, CA (company headquarters) with flexibility to accommodate academic schedules

• Opportunity to contribute to real‑world improvement initiatives in a regulated medical technology environment

• Exposure to multiple functional areas and a holistic view of business operations

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and not require visa sponsorship. EEO We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law. Fair Chance Ordinance If you are applying to perform work for Terumo Neuro in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Terumo Neuro reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Terumo Neuro will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Posting Country:

US - United States

Title:

Business Excellence Intern

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.