Lean Operations Intern | Value Stream & Process Improvement

Oshkosh Corporation; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation is offering an internship in the Operations department at the Murfreesboro, TN site. You will support production management activities and help drive lean manufacturing improvements to reduce cost and enhance efficiency.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with graduation expected by December 2027 or later, and willingness to relocate if needed. A GPA of 3.0+ and strong organizational and leadership skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Operations/Manufacturing Management, Business, Engineering, or related field for entire duration of internship.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Willing to travel or relocate to Murfreesboro, TN for Summer of 2027 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Murfreesboro, TN).
• GPA of 3.0 or greater.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the direct activities of production management personnel.
• Work with the Operations department to introduce, promote, and implement lean manufacturing techniques to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Promote growth of ISO procedures and standards.
• Utilize value stream mapping to analyze and improve material flow and eliminate waste.
• Assist in the assurance of quality and accuracy of customer order fulfillment.
• Assist in continuous improvement techniques including Continuous Improvement events and 5S.
• Assist in leadership assignment and duties according to supervisor’s needs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations/Manufacturing Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Oshkosh Corporation is offering an internship in the Operations department at the Murfreesboro, TN site. You will support production management activities and help drive lean manufacturing improvements to reduce cost and enhance efficiency.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with graduation expected by December 2027 or later, and willingness to relocate if needed. A GPA of 3.0+ and strong organizational and leadership skills are valued.