Manufacturing Engineering & Operations Intern - Summer 2027

WestRock Company

United States

On-site

USD 28,000 - 41,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation
Training & mentorship
Professional development opportunities
Culture of safety, sustainability, and

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking Manufacturing Engineering & Operations Interns for Summer 2027 across multiple U.S. locations.

Interns will work with experienced engineers to solve real manufacturing challenges, improve processes, and drive operational excellence while contributing to sustainability and innovation initiatives. You’ll engage in hands‑on projects that enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity, and gain exposure to maintenance, data analysis, and cross‑functional

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited bachelor's or master's degree program in engineering.
  • Majors include Electrical, Industrial & Systems, Materials Science/Engineering, Mechanical, Packaging Science/Engineering, or related.

Responsibilities

  • Support safety, quality, efficiency, reliability, and productivity initiatives.
  • Analyze operational data to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Participate in process improvement, cost savings, sustainability projects.
  • Assist in troubleshooting equipment and process challenges.
  • Support preventive and reliability-focused maintenance.
  • Develop and present project findings to leaders and cross-functional teams.
  • Promote a strong safety culture by adhering to safety standards.
  • Contribute to day-to-day operations while managing project work.

Skills

Analytical skills
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Task prioritization
Adaptability
Curiosity
Collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Systems Engineering
Materials Science/Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Packaging Science/Engineering
Related engineering discipline

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking Manufacturing Engineering & Operations Interns for Summer 2027 across multiple U.S. locations.

Interns will work with experienced engineers to solve real manufacturing challenges, improve processes, and drive operational excellence while contributing to sustainability and innovation initiatives. You’ll engage in hands‑on projects that enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity, and gain exposure to maintenance, data analysis, and cross‑functional

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