Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

AFB International; Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Job summary

AFB International, part of the Ensign-Bickford Industries family, offers a 12-week summer Engineering Internship at our Aurora, MO site to support process improvements and operational excellence. You’ll work with experienced professionals on real projects, gaining hands-on experience in lean manufacturing and QA methodologies.

You’ll participate in Kaizen events, data analysis, and KPI tracking while receiving mentorship and exposure to leadership, with housing assistance as part of the

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Sophomore year or higher by the internship start date.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with statistical analysis tools is a plus.
• Real-world projects with measurable business outcomes.
• Dedicated mentorship and performance feedback.
• Lunch & Learn sessions with senior leaders and executives.
• Social and networking events with peers and professionals.
• Exposure to leadership at all levels of the organization.
• Competitive compensation, including housing allowance.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze production and process data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct root cause analyses and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process efficiency and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist in tracking and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs)

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Statistical analysis

Self-motivation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI), innovation and excellence drive everything we do. As a global leader across multiple industries, we’re committed to developing top-tier talent for the future. AFB International, part of the EBI family, is a global leader in palatant manufacturing for the pet food industry, dedicated to enhancing the taste and nutrition of pet foods worldwide.

Through our structured internship program, we invest in the next generation of engineers and innovators by providing real-world experience and professional development opportunities.

Internship Program Overview

Our 12-week summer internship offers more than just a project — it's a launchpad for your career. Interns at AFB are given the opportunity to work on meaningful assignments that make a direct impact on our business. You'll gain hands‑on experience with lean manufacturing, process optimization, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Kaizen and process flow mapping.

Position Summary

AFB International is seeking a highly motivated Engineering Intern to join our manufacturing operations team at our Aurora, MO facility. As an intern, you will work closely with experienced professionals to support process improvement efforts and contribute to key engineering and operational excellence projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze production and process data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Conduct root cause analyses and support implementation of corrective actions
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on process efficiency and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects
• Assist in tracking and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs)

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Completion of sophomore year or higher by the internship start date
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with statistical analysis tools is a plus
• Real‑world projects with measurable business outcomes
• Dedicated mentorship and performance feedback
• Lunch & Learn sessions with senior leaders and executives
• Social and networking events with peers and professionals
• Exposure to leadership at all levels of the organization
• Competitive compensation, including housing allowance

Join us next summer and be part of a team that values innovation, continuous learning, and operational excellence. At AFB International, your ideas matter — and your future starts here.