Manufacturing Engineer Intern - 2027 Summer Internship

Lexington Mfg Inc; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch & Learns

Intern Networking

Off-site activities

Real business challenges

Opportunity to present your work

Job summary

Lexington Mfg Inc in Minnesota is seeking a part-time manufacturing internship starting Summer 2027. The role is on-site in Coon Rapids, four days per week, focused on improving manufacturing processes and operational efficiency.

You will own projects, perform time studies, support standardization, and collaborate closely with engineers and operators. You will gain real shop floor experience, learn lean manufacturing concepts, and participate in cross-functional problem solving with a talented

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering degree or related field.
• Completed at least 1 year of college coursework.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Interest in manufacturing, process improvement, and CI.
• Comfortable working independently and in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office; CAD experience is a plus.
• Bonus: familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma or process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Own projects and see them through during the internship.
• Analyze operations to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Support process standardization and workflow optimization.
• Conduct time studies and evaluate production methods to boost productivity.
• Assist with implementing best practices across manufacturing areas.
• Review and update work instructions and documentation.
• Gain hands-on shop floor experience with operators and engineers.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication & collaboration

Independent & team work

Education

Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Eng degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 2, 2026

Locations

• Coon Rapids, MN 55448, USA
• On-site
• Pay or shift range: $22 USD to $23 USD
• Engineering
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: MANUF001363

Description

The role is intended to start in Summer 2027

Work Location: This role has an on-site working model, with the employee working four (4) days a week in the office, located in Coon Rapids, MN.

What You'll Work On

This isn't a "watch and learn" internship. You'll own projects and see them through.

You’ll focus on improving manufacturing processes and operational efficiency across key production work centers, including:

• Analyze current manufacturing operations to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement
• Support process standardization and workflow optimization initiatives
• Conduct time studies and evaluate production methods to improve productivity and reduce waste
• Assist with implementation of best practices across manufacturing areas

Drive Continuous Improvement

• Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CIF) initiatives
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance
• Select and lead improvement projects from start to finish under engineering guidance

Support Production & Equipment Improvements

• Assist with tooling, fixture, and workstation improvements
• Collaborate with engineers and operators to improve ergonomics and manufacturing efficiency
• Help evaluate equipment performance and recommend productivity enhancements
• Support implementation and validation of process changes

Improve Manufacturing Documentation

• Review and update manufacturing work instructions and process documentation
• Assist with standardizing procedures and reducing documentation inconsistencies
• Support visual management and process control initiatives
• Utilize digital tools and technologies to improve documentation effectiveness

Gain Shop Floor Experience

• Work directly with operators, technicians, and engineers
• Participate in daily manufacturing activities and problem-solving efforts
• See how your ideas translate into real-world process improvements
• Gain exposure to modern manufacturing practices and technologies

What Makes This Internship Different

We believe internships should be meaningful, engaging, and fun. You'll be part of a structured internship program designed to help you grow professionally and personally:

• Lunch & Learns with input from leaders across the business
• Intern Networking & Engagement Events
• Off-site social activities with fellow interns
• Exposure to real business challenges and decision-making
• Opportunities to present your work and impact

What We're Looking For

• Pursuing a Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related degree
• Completed at least 1 year of college coursework
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Interest in manufacturing, process improvement, and continuous improvement
• Comfortable working both independently and in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with CAD software is a plus
• Bonus: Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma concepts, or process improvement methodologies

Why Apply?

• Work on projects that actually matter
• Gain real manufacturing and shop floor experience
• Build skills in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
• Collaborate with experienced engineers and production teams
• Make a visible impact that goes beyond the internship
• Be part of a supportive, engaging intern community

Equal Opportunity Employer

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