Intern – Automation Engineer

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Bentonville (AR)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 30,000

Full time

43 hours ago

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Job summary

Walmart in Bentonville, AR seeks candidates with strong data analysis, process design, and automation skills for a summer 2026 internship. You will explore data, test hypotheses, and present insights while supporting cross-functional project activities in supply chain automation.

Ideal candidates have internship experience, knowledge of CAD and control systems, and familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen. This role involves planning, cost analysis, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

Must have completed a summer 2026 Walmart or Sam’s Club internship
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field and 2 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area
Option 2: 4 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area
Experience with data analysis tools and visualization tools
Knowledge of business process design tools and techniques
Understanding of inbound and outbound logistics
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen principles
Understanding of engineering economics and business cases
Knowledge of automation machinery and automation solutions

Responsibilities

Leverage data analysis and visualization tools to explore data, test hypotheses, and present insights
Identify, implement, and drive technology changes within the scope of work
Design and analyze business processes, workflows, and associated business logic
Support business cases, recommendations, process updates, and assigned project activities
Assess tasks for automation potential and evaluate alternative automation solutions
Analyze space and cost requirements associated with automation machinery
Identify and resolve automation machinery issues
Measure and manage project performance with cross-functional teams
Document implementation plans, project meetings, status reports, and next steps
Participate in technology interface and bridge development
Prepare integration tests and compare results with established criteria
Plan and estimate simple projects under guidance
Produce project status reports and assist with detailed plans, costs, schedules, and resource requirements
Track project progress using Gantt, PERT, or equivalent charts
Manage multiple projects with varying timelines
Update CAD drawings and troubleshoot control systems
Apply electrical design concepts, wiring schematics, and mechanical equipment knowledge to supply chain automation
Identify continuous improvement opportunities using Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen principles
Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to accomplish business goals

Skills

Data Analysis

Business Process Design

Automation Solutions

Integration Testing

Electrical Design Concepts

Wiring Schematics

Mechanical Components

Cost Analysis

Project Status Reporting

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

4 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area

Tools

Data Visualization Tools

Gantt Charts

PERT Charts

Automation Technology Interfaces

Control Systems

Job description

Leverage data analysis and visualization tools to explore data, test hypotheses, and present insights
Identify, implement, and drive technology changes within the scope of work
Design and analyze business processes, workflows, and associated business logic
Support business cases, recommendations, process updates, and assigned project activities
Assess tasks for automation potential and evaluate alternative automation solutions
Analyze space and cost requirements associated with automation machinery
Identify and resolve automation machinery issues
Measure and manage project performance with cross-functional teams
Document implementation plans, project meetings, status reports, and next steps
Participate in technology interface and bridge development
Prepare integration tests and compare results with established criteria
Plan and estimate simple projects under guidance
Produce project status reports and assist with detailed plans, costs, schedules, and resource requirements
Track project progress using Gantt, PERT, or equivalent charts
Manage multiple projects with varying timelines
Update CAD drawings and troubleshoot control systems
Apply electrical design concepts, wiring schematics, and mechanical equipment knowledge to supply chain automation
Identify continuous improvement opportunities using Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen principles
Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to accomplish business goals

Requirements

Must have completed a summer 2026 Walmart or Sam’s Club internship
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role
Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field and 2 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area
Option 2: 4 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area
Experience with data analysis tools and visualization tools
Knowledge of business process design tools and techniques
Understanding of inbound and outbound logistics
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen principles
Understanding of engineering economics and business cases
Knowledge of automation machinery and automation solutions
Ability to analyze space and cost requirements for machinery
Knowledge of automation integration, technology interfaces, migration plans, and integration testing
Project planning and status reporting skills
Knowledge of CAD drawings and drafting conventions
Ability to navigate and troubleshoot control systems
Knowledge of electrical design concepts, wiring schematics, and mechanical components of distribution and fulfillment center equipment
Ability to analyze data and compute descriptive statistics

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in data analysis and visualization, project planning, and automation solutions within engineering and supply chain contexts. Proficient in applying Lean Six Sigma principles and managing cross-functional projects to drive continuous improvement.

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