Lean Manufacturing Intern — Continuous Improvement

Thinklance LLP; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $20–$25

12-week internship

Mentorship and guidance

Meaningful projects with business/oper

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Thinklance LLP in Wilmington, NC is seeking a summer 2027 intern to support Lean and continuous improvement projects while learning practical applications.

You will work full-time for 12 weeks, analyze operational data, participate in Gemba walks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable improvements.

This internship offers mentorship, real project impact, and exposure to manufacturing culture.

Qualifications

• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• 12-week, full-time commitment in Summer 2027.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Reliable transportation to Wilmington, NC.
• Preferred majors include Lean/CI or related fields.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily management systems, KPI tracking, and action follow-up.
• Participate in Gemba walks, Lean workshops, and process improvements.
• Analyze data to identify trends and performance gaps.
• Help develop and standardize processes and work instructions.
• Collaborate with operators, supervisors, and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure timely completion of improvement projects with measurable results.
• Present outcomes and learnings to site leadership.

Skills

Lean/Continuous Improvement

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree student in a relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Thinklance LLP in Wilmington, NC is seeking a summer 2027 intern to support Lean and continuous improvement projects while learning practical applications.

You will work full-time for 12 weeks, analyze operational data, participate in Gemba walks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive measurable improvements.

This internship offers mentorship, real project impact, and exposure to manufacturing culture.