Integrated Material Flow Intern Summer 2027 Canton MS

Nissan USA; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan USA in Canton, MS is seeking an Integrated Material Flow Intern for a 12-week program. You will support design and implementation of continuous improvements to material flow, gain manufacturing exposure, and work on efficiency projects within the facility.

Responsibilities include maintaining part-tracking spreadsheets, refining AutoCAD layouts, analyzing processes, and collaborating with project leaders and analysts on improvement initiatives. Onsite work in Canton, MS is required.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Junior or Senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
• GPA 3.0 or above; transcripts may be required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain part location tracking spreadsheets using Excel.
• Assist with developing and updating AutoCAD layouts to support material flow initiatives.
• Analyze current material flow processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies to improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with project leaders and analysts on continuous improvement projects across the facility.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering / Supply Chain / IE / Manufacturing IE or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Canton, MS Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program Degree Level: Junior or Senior Preferred Degree: Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field Sponsorship: Not Available

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

We are currently looking for an Integrated Material Flow Intern to join our team in Canton, MS. This internship will provide hands-on experience supporting a team of project leaders and analysts focused on designing and implementing continuous improvements to material flow processes. The intern will gain exposure to manufacturing operations while contributing to projects that help optimize efficiency and support production activities.

A Day in the Life:

• Create and maintain part location tracking spreadsheets using Excel.
• Assist with developing and updating AutoCAD layouts to support material flow initiatives.
• Analyze current material flow processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies to improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with project leaders and analysts on continuous improvement projects across the facility.

Who We’re Looking for:

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Students entering their Junior or Senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Ability to perform work onsite at Canton, MS.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen their relationships and meet people from similar and diverse backgrounds to foster a culture of belonging.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan’s rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms and leadership trainings.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Canton Mississippi United States of America