Industrial Engineer Intern — Lean & Process Optimization

Teleflex; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Teleflex in Olive Branch, MS invites motivated students pursuing Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering to join as an Industrial Engineer Intern. You will support process analysis, data-driven problem solving, and layout optimization in a high-volume distribution setting, with emphasis on efficiency and ergonomics.

Anticipated Start Date January 2027, Anticipated End Date: April/May 2027, Location: Olive Branch, MS. Weekly hours: 30.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in Lean, Six Sigma, and process optimization.
• Proficiency in Excel; exposure to AutoCAD, simulation tools, or WMS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret time study, labor usage, and workflow data.
• Assist in developing labor standards, productivity benchmarks, and capacity models.
• Support warehouse layout and material flow projects (AutoCAD exposure a plus).
• Contribute to Kaizen and Lean projects, helping reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Partner with supervisors and managers to trial and validate process changes.
• Present a final project on an assigned operational improvement opportunity.

Skills

Quantitative problem-solving

Excel proficiency

Teamwork & communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Simulation tools

WMS

Job description

Teleflex in Olive Branch, MS invites motivated students pursuing Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering to join as an Industrial Engineer Intern. You will support process analysis, data-driven problem solving, and layout optimization in a high-volume distribution setting, with emphasis on efficiency and ergonomics.

Anticipated Start Date January 2027, Anticipated End Date: April/May 2027, Location: Olive Branch, MS. Weekly hours: 30.