Manufacturing Engineering Intern | Hands-On & Impactful

AAF International (American Air Filter); Washington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands‑on experience

Mentorship

Professional development

Networking

Potential for full‑time employment

Job summary

AAF International offers hands‑on experience in manufacturing environments, working with engineers to optimize processes and improve quality. You will analyze production methods, track metrics, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and reduce downtime.

You will collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams, applying problem‑solving skills and using MS Office tools to prepare reports and present findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing processes by analyzing current methods and reducing waste.
• Collect and analyze production data (throughput, cycle time, yield) to identify trends.
• Collaborate with QA to perform root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

AAF International offers hands‑on experience in manufacturing environments, working with engineers to optimize processes and improve quality. You will analyze production methods, track metrics, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and reduce downtime.

You will collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams, applying problem‑solving skills and using MS Office tools to prepare reports and present findings to stakeholders.