Manufacturing Leadership Internship 2027 — Chicago

Ferrara; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group outings

Chicagoland activities

Job summary

Ferrara in Chicago is seeking current juniors for a 10–12‑week Manufacturing Intern program. You will rotate through Production, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, and Inventory, gaining real hands‑on experience and leadership exposure.

Interns receive mentorship, leadership sessions, and a final presentation to senior leaders. The role is in‑person with competitive pay at $28/hr and may lead to full‑time offers requiring relocation after

Qualifications

• Current Junior/3rd year majoring in Engineering with a focus in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Lean and agile mindset with a drive for improvement.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and collaborate with production teams.
• Help meet and exceed production goals while maintaining safety.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and leadership development.

Skills

Agile thinker

Lean experience

Previous manufacturing experience

Strong presentation skills

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Empathy and collaboration skills

Education

Current Junior/3rd year Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical focus

Job description

Ferrara in Chicago is seeking current juniors for a 10–12‑week Manufacturing Intern program. You will rotate through Production, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, and Inventory, gaining real hands‑on experience and leadership exposure.

Interns receive mentorship, leadership sessions, and a final presentation to senior leaders. The role is in‑person with competitive pay at $28/hr and may lead to full‑time offers requiring relocation after