Industrial Engineering Summer Intern

Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing, Inc.; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing, Inc. in Dickinson, ND is seeking an Industrial Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to gain hands-on experience improving production workflows and labor standards in aerospace electronics manufacturing.

You'll map workflows, conduct time and takt studies, analyze data, review routing, and participate in lean activities, while collaborating with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality and Operations teams. Pre-employment drug screen required; salary $20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Excel, process-mapping tools, or basic CAD.
• Interest in Lean, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Map workflows, document material flow, and identify bottlenecks.
• Collect cycle-time data and assist labor estimate refinement.
• Analyze throughput, labor standards, and production metrics.
• Review routing to ensure alignment with production.
• Participate in 5S and other lean improvement activities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel familiarity

Process mapping

Teamwork

Education

Industrial Engineering student

Tools

CAD basics

Job description

Industrial Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

KMM is looking for a motivated Industrial Engineering Intern to join our aerospace electronics manufacturing team for Summer 2027. This internship offers hands‑on experience improving production workflows, analyzing labor standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

What You'll Work On

• Workflow Mapping - Observe production processes, document material flow, and identify bottlenecks.
• Time & Takt Studies - Collect cycle‑time data and support labor estimate refinement.
• Data Analysis - Analyze throughput, labor standards, and production metrics.
• Routing Review - Validate routing accuracy and workflow alignment with actual production.
• Lean Activities - Participate in 5S, waste‑reduction efforts, and small improvement projects.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration - Work with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams.

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with Excel, process‑mapping tools, or basic CAD
• Interest in Lean, workflow optimization, and continuous improvement
• Clear communication and teamwork skills

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Real engineering experience in aerospace manufacturing
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful process improvements
• Supportive mentors and hands‑on learning
• A collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and growth

Pre-employment drug screen required.

Salary: $20 per hour