Lean Engineering Intern — Data-Driven Manufacturing Projects

Southwire Company; Indiana, Northern (PA, KY); Hybrid; USD 11,021,000 - 22,813,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Pension Plan

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Southwire Company offers a structured Summer Internship and Co-op program designed to bridge academic learning with practical, real-world manufacturing experience at a leading North American wire and cable producer.

Interns and co-ops will work on a variety of projects, receive mentorship from experienced leaders, and have the potential for full-time opportunities after graduation. The program spans 10–12 weeks for interns and 16–18 weeks for co-ops, with a clear path to impactful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in engineering, science, business, or related field
• Strong planning and analytical skills
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Proven working experience in a team environment
• Experience in systems thinking and process management
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Desired experience with data analysis and Lean Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of data for cycle time, OEE% and downtime causes
• Participate in DHP process for the Industrial site
• Support CI Manager to develop a Value Stream Map of the site for a Product line to be defined with the Materials Management Team
• Create and communicate WI’s that are related to the improvements identified on the VSM workshop
• Support implementation of improvements
• Assist in conducting cost-benefit analyses of solutions

Skills

Strong planning

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Written and oral communication

Education

Pursuing degree in engineering/science/business

Job description

Southwire Company offers a structured Summer Internship and Co-op program designed to bridge academic learning with practical, real-world manufacturing experience at a leading North American wire and cable producer.

Interns and co-ops will work on a variety of projects, receive mentorship from experienced leaders, and have the potential for full-time opportunities after graduation. The program spans 10–12 weeks for interns and 16–18 weeks for co-ops, with a clear path to impactful outcomes.