Industrial Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Amphenol Borisch Technologies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Amphenol Borisch Technologies in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an Industrial Engineering Intern to support the Engineering and Operations Team during a 20-hour-per-week internship from September 14 to December 11. The focus is on improving production efficiency, ergonomics, health and safety, and on re-layout and organization of the production facility.

You will apply 5S, value stream mapping and lean methods while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive projects that enhance product

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program with a focus on Industrial Engineering.
• Proficiency with 5S and Value Stream Mapping.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiates, champions, leads and implements process improvement projects.
• Prepares layouts of plant facilities to optimize utilization and product flow.
• Implements lean principles and methods in production, including 5S.
• Recommends workspace layout changes to maximize efficient production.
• Organizes/prioritizes resources and leads cross-functional teams to execute improvement projects.
• Communicates project scopes, progress and closeouts to key stakeholders to create awareness and generate support.
• Collaborates with engineering and operations to support improvement opportunities focused on quality, efficient production and safe work environment.
• Acts as a catalyst for continuous improvement at the Grand Rapids facility.

Skills

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

This position is expected to work 20 hours/week, running 9/14 through 12/11

The Industrial Engineering Intern provides support and technical expertise to the Engineering and Operations Team for efficient production, ergonomics, health and safety. The Industrial Engineer Intern continually improves processes, tools and layouts to ensure efficient production The primary focus of this internship will focus on the re-layout and organization of the production facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Engineering

• Initiates, champions, leads and implements process improvement projects
• Prepares layouts of plant facilities to optimize utilization and product flow.
• Implements lean principles and methods in production, including 5S.
• Recommends workspace layout changes and improvements to maximize efficient production.
• Organizes/prioritizes resources and leads cross-functional teams to execute equipment, facility development and production line improvement projects
• Communicates project scopes, progress and closeouts to key stakeholders to create awareness and generate support
• Collaborates with engineering and operations to support potential improvement opportunities focused on improving product quality, efficient production and safe work environment
• Acts as a catalyst for continuously improving the Grand Rapids facility into world class conditions

Job Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program with a focus on Industrial Engineering
• Proficiency w/ tools such as 5S and Value Stream Mapping
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma, strongly preferred
• Excellent MS Office skills, particularly Excel.
• AutoCAD or similar CAD software experience
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

About Our Company

Amphenol Borisch Technologies (ABT), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is an industry leader in providing high-reliability electronic systems for Aerospace and Defense companies across the globe. ABT is focused on expanding the company's industry presence by providing customers with superior quality and service combined with advanced manufacturing capabilities. ABT is headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI and has locations in Nogales, Mexico, Mesa, AZ and London, Ontario.

Benefits We Offer

At Amphenol Borisch Technologies, we provide a wide range of benefits for our permanent full-time employees. Highlights include:

UNITED STATES

• Unique full-time work schedule that includes every other Friday off
• Full Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous 401(k) match
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.)
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Company-Paid Short Term Disability

CANADA

• Full benefits package
• Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance plans
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Days
• Reimbursement Programs (Gym, Tuition, etc.)
• Pension plan
• Paid parental leave

Amphenol Borisch Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.