DIVISION ENGINEER INTERN

KENT WORLDWIDE; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Excel

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Robotics Engineering

Related engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

Ready to apply your engineering skills to real-world automation and advanced manufacturing opportunities? Join KENT WORLDWIDE™ as a Division Engineer Intern within our Consumer Brands for Summer 2027! In this hands‑on role based in Columbus, Mississippi, you'll support projects involving automation, equipment optimization, process improvement, and manufacturing technology while working alongside experienced engineering and operations professionals. You'll gain valuable experience contributing to initiatives that drive efficiency, reliability, and performance across our operations. Bring your curiosity. Explore new technologies. Build experience that will set you apart after graduation!

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Columbus, MS.

Primary Duties & 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.
• Support the installation, startup, testing, and optimization of new equipment, automation systems, and process improvements.
• Assist in developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, technical documentation, and maintenance records.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to support engineering recommendations, project evaluations, and business decisions.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Interest in automation, robotics, manufacturing systems, controls, continuous improvement, or industrial technology preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective verbal, written, and technical communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous internship, co‑op, engineering project, robotics team, manufacturing, or industrial experience is a plus.

TRAVEL

• Limited travel (up to 10%) may be required for training and business support activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While our facility is air‑conditioned, some projects and learning opportunities may take place in production or warehouse areas. Safety is always our top priority, and these experiences provide valuable exposure to the manufacturing environment and day‑to‑day operations.