Field Ops Engineer Intern: Automation & Fulfillment Systems

Amazon; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking Operations Engineering Field Execution Interns for an on-site, hands-on role at a fulfillment center under construction. The internship starts part-time in Spring 2027 (20 h/W) and transitions to a 12-week full-time period in Summer 2027 with potential travel to other sites.

The position emphasizes data-driven process improvements, cross-team collaboration, and exposure to automated material handling systems in a dynamic warehousing environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in bachelor's degree with anticipated completion between Dec 2027 and Aug 2028.
• Reside within 50 miles of listed location for this posting.
• Available to work 20 hours/week Spring 2027 on-site at an assigned fulfillment center.

Responsibilities

• Drive resolution for an intern project by analyzing data to support a process improvement recommendation.
• Support design and implementation of medium scope automation projects with systems like high-speed sortation and conveyors.
• Coordinate design and execution between internal teams and vendors, including equipment specs and site layout.
• Develop and manage budget documents including RFPs, change orders, purchase orders, and invoicing.
• Oversee system commissioning and testing activities, interpreting statuses and reporting results.
• Coordinate with site management to ensure operator training, safety, and procedures are followed.
• Document FC change requests and provide recommendations.
• Inspect facilities for compliance with material handling and storage standards.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

CAD skills

Excel

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amazon is seeking Operations Engineering Field Execution Interns for an on-site, hands-on role at a fulfillment center under construction. The internship starts part-time in Spring 2027 (20 h/W) and transitions to a 12-week full-time period in Summer 2027 with potential travel to other sites.

The position emphasizes data-driven process improvements, cross-team collaboration, and exposure to automated material handling systems in a dynamic warehousing environment.