Industrial Engineering Intern - (2027 Semester 1) - Generation H

Hermès International S.A.; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hermès US invites you to join Generation H, a five‑month internship anchored at the Dayton, NJ service center. In‑person exposure to logistics projects, SOP development, and continuous improvement with occasional NYC travel.

Interns will be mentored, attend guest speakers, and work on a capstone Generation H project, with real-world experience complementing their studies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Industrial Engineering
• Strong analytical, data and observation skills
• Experience with time studies, facilities layouts, process improvement, lean methods is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently and cross‑functionally

Responsibilities

• Complete process time studies and data analysis to assess process performance
• Collaborate with department leaders to identify improvements to physical and system processes
• Assist in developing and organizing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Collaborate to provide strategic recommendations on long‑term logistics projects
• Develop methods to measure KPIs in inbound, outbound, inventory management, etc.
• Partner with leadership to communicate and plan identified improvements or projects

Skills

Time studies

Process improvement

Data analysis

Lean methodologies

Excel

PowerPoint

Spanish language (preferred)

AutoCAD (plus)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Industrial Engineering

MBA with Industrial Engineering background

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Team:

The Logistics Projects & Continuous Improvement Team is responsible for the planning, oversight, and execution of key logistics projects and changes. These projects encompass both strategic and tactical objectives and involve the development and implementation of systemic, digital, and physical process enhancements. The team is also responsible for the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Dayton Service Center.

The Internship Program:

For more than 185 years, Hermès has encouraged a culture of discovery for our clients and our people. We invite you to contribute to this legacy while exploring your own professional future. Discover new opportunities and expand your passions with the Hermès US internship program, Generation H!

As part of Generation H, you will have the opportunity to join Hermès and gain real-world, professional experience as a complement to your academic studies. In addition to the work you will provide within your specific team, you will also attend a learning-focused guest-speaker series that will provide you with exposure to various teams throughout the company; partner with a mentor who will provide feedback and coaching to support your professional skills development; network with stakeholders; and collaborate on a capstone Generation H project.

The duration of the Generation H program is five months. Please note in order to qualify for the program, you must be able to work during this five-month period. This internship is scheduled for January 11- June 28, 2027, and this is a part‑time opportunity.

All internships are in‑person (non‑remote) and this internship is based in the Service Center located in Dayton NJ, with travel to our Corporate Office located in New York City on occasion. Interns are paid an hourly rate of US $20.00. A Full‑Time Internship will be scheduled for 37.5 hours per week, and Part‑Time will be scheduled for more than 15 hours but less than 35 hours per week.

About the Role:

• Complete process time studies and data analysis to assess process performance

• Collaborate with department leaders and associates to identify improvements to physical and system processes

• Assist in the development and organization of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Collaborate with team to provide strategic recommendations on long‑term logistics projects

• Develop methods to measure and analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in key logistics departments (inbound, outbound, inventory management, etc.)

• Partner with leadership to communicate and plan identified improvements or projects

About You:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering. MBA candidates with Industrial Engineering backgrounds will also be considered

• Proven ability to solve problems and develop solutions using analytics, data, and observations
• Knowledge and/or experience in key industrial engineering skills, such as time studies, facilities layouts, process improvement, and lean methodologies
• Ability to work both independently and in cross‑functional team environments
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Experience in other analytical tools and AutoCAD is a plus
• Luxury brand experience is an advantage
• Spanish language skills strongly preferred, but not required

• Regular in‑person work at a Company‑designated work location is an essential function of this position.

We are looking for a candidate that has a combination of the above attributes and can perform the key functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodations.

Company Overview:

Since 1837, Hermès has remained faithful to its artisan business model and humanist values. We place people at the heart of what we do and aspire to make a positive impact on the world. The freedom to create, the constant search for beautiful materials, the transmission of a savoir‑faire of excellence and the aesthetic of functionality define the singularity of Hermès, a house dedicated to making highly‑crafted, beautiful objects made to stand the test of time.

An independent, family‑owned company, Hermès is dedicated to keeping production in France through its 42 workshops, The Hermès organization is also a truly global community with a network of 310 stores in 49 countries. Hermès employs more than 15,000 people worldwide with over 6,000 of the workforce being Hermès craftspeople engaged in making artisanal products, nurturing a 180+ year tradition of creativity and innovation.

At Hermès, our actions for sustainable development and corporate social responsibility are founded in values passed down by generations of humble artisans who have shaped the story of our house and the integrity of ourobjects. The roots of Hermès’ success and longevity lie in a sense of responsibility; a quest for authenticity and respect for time and preservation of natural resources. All at Hermès wish to leave a positive footprint on the world, a mission that’s at the heart of our commitment to progress. This narrative can be experienced in a series of shorts films “Footsteps Across the World” available on our website. Link here.

Our Commitment:

Family is at the heart of Hermès. At Hermès of Paris, we are committed to being a Maison for All, a home where we make efforts to generate, support and advance the values of diversity, inclusion and family both within our own walls and in the wider world. At Hermès of Paris we look to create a diverse workforce of talented and unique individuals with different backgrounds, skillsets and worldviews that will enrich our Hermès of Paris family. We support our individual team members personal and professional success through a culture that values equality, individuality and fairness and through an environment where individuals can thrive and feel comfortable being their authentic selves. Beyond the walls of our Maison, we advance our DIF values through the work that we do in partnership with our community and non‑profit partners.

At Hermès of Paris, we are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. It is the policy of Hermès of Paris, Inc. that applicants for employment are recruited, selected and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to positions being filled and potential for promotion or transfer which may be expected to develop. Applicants are recruited, selected and hired without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. In addition, personnel procedures and practices with regard to training, promotion, transfer, compensation, demotion, lay off or termination are to be administered with due regard to job performance, experience and qualifications, but without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hermès of Paris, Inc. also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.

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