Industrial Engineering Intern: AI-Driven Process Improvement

Nissan Motor Iberica SA; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan in Smyrna, TN is seeking an Industrial Engineering Intern to join our manufacturing team for a 12-week program. You will gain hands-on experience across process optimization, efficiency improvement, and waste reduction, working with experienced engineers on real projects.

You'll analyze production processes, support manpower planning, and explore AI-driven automation and data-based decision making. This role requires current undergraduate enrollment and a 3.0+ GPA, with on-site work

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0 or higher; must provide transcript for verification.
• Must be enrolled as an undergraduate junior or senior.
• Currently pursuing Industrial/Manufacturing/Engineering Technology/Mechanical fields.

Responsibilities

• Support industrial engineering initiatives to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Analyze production processes, manpower allocation, and parts complexity.
• Assist with process optimization, productivity improvements, and operational performance.
• Explore AI-driven process automation and data-based decision making.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and implement a project delivering measurable results.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication

Reliability

Eagerness to learn

Education

Undergraduate degree in IE/ME

Job description

Nissan in Smyrna, TN is seeking an Industrial Engineering Intern to join our manufacturing team for a 12-week program. You will gain hands-on experience across process optimization, efficiency improvement, and waste reduction, working with experienced engineers on real projects.

You'll analyze production processes, support manpower planning, and explore AI-driven automation and data-based decision making. This role requires current undergraduate enrollment and a 3.0+ GPA, with on-site work