Manufacturing Shop Operations Intern

3010 HYDRIL USA DISTRIBUTION; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

HMH is offering a 12-week internship in Houston for students pursuing a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. The role emphasizes material coordination, Lean improvements, and SAP-enabled shop scheduling.

Ideal candidates demonstrate a minimum 3.0 GPA, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and within a team. No visa sponsorship; internship runs May 24–August 13, 2027.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Strong communication and collaboration across functions.
• Ability to work independently or within a team with strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate materials, tooling, and Lean improvements to support shop production.
• Manage shop scheduling and improve visibility with SAP reports.
• Liaise with Product Quality Specialists on non-conformance tracking and resolution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Learn about material staging, SAP scheduling, and Lean setup reduction projects.

Skills

Enrolled student

GPA 3.0

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Job description

About us

HMH is a leading provider of drilling solutions, offering a wide range of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry. Apart from our expertise in land and offshore operations, we are continuously expanding our knowledge within subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, as well as offshore wind industries. With offices in 16 countries across five continents, HMH maintains a strong global presence. HMH is a frontrunner in developing and providing automation and digital solutions for our drilling customers to support their endeavor to improve efficiency and environmental footprint. Equipped with its brilliant team of engineers, HMH is committed to actively exploring opportunities in other industries. For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future.

Do you want to join our team? At HMH we value our employees. We offer exciting job opportunities that will give you the opportunity to grow in your role and give you the professional development you deserve. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, you will join a casual and inclusive work environment. Our environment is based on respect and having a good day at work, so you can expect to join a knowledgeable, global team who help each other to succeed.

The Intern will be responsible for:

• Coordinate materials, tooling, and Lean improvements to support shop production.
• Manage shop scheduling and work on improved visibility with SAP reports.
• Liaise with Product Quality Specialists on Non-conformance tracking and resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Intern also will learn about the following:

• Streamline material staging and set-ups for production jobs.
• Improve shop scheduling using SAP.
• Deliverables with accurate dispatch lists, scheduling Tool using SAP data extracts and two Lean setup reduction projects.

Skills/Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled at the time internship commences and working toward completion of Bachelor or Graduate degree from an accredited university or college with Mechanical or Industrial Engineering majors preferred.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Good interpersonal skills to drive collaboration across multiple functions to achieve desired results.
• Ability to work independently or within a larger team as required by the project and subsystem.
• Familiarity with Microsoft office products, i.e., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Additional Information

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, now or in the future, without employer sponsorship for employment visa status. No relocation assistance provided. Internship is 12 weeks, May 24-August 13, 2027. Location – Houston(JFK) **This position is not open to visa sponsorship** HMH is a premier drilling solutions provider – delivering a broad portfolio of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry. In addition to our land and offshore capabilities, we have expertise in subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, and onshore wind industries. HMH has a global presence spanning five continents with offices in 16 countries. HMH is a frontrunner in developing and providing automation and digital solutions for our drilling customers to support their endeavor to improve efficiency and environmental footprint. Equipped with its brilliant team of engineers, HMH is committed to actively exploring opportunities in other industries. For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future.