MPS CI Internship: Lean Analytics in Auto Ops

Taleo; Vance (AL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Visa cost coverage

Paid internship

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. in Alabama invites students to join the Production System (MPS) & Continuous Improvement Internship.

You will analyze processes, assist with optimization projects, and support workshop preparation while gaining exposure to manufacturing operations. Paid internship at $18/hour, March 2027 start, with a $700/month housing stipend and visa cost coverage for eligible international students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education/experience.
• Understanding of automotive manufacturing processes and lean principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business and manufacturing processes.
• Assist with process analysis and optimization projects.
• Support workshop preparation and facilitation.
• Analyze performance metrics and KPIs.
• Develop and implement improvement measures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Assist with project management activities.
• Apply MPS methodologies and lean principles.
• Contribute to operational improvement projects.
• Gain exposure to manufacturing operations.
• Support problem-solving and process improvement efforts.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement workshops and meetings.
• Support KPI tracking, reporting, and data analysis.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Tools

Excel

Digital process tools

Job description

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, Inc. in Alabama invites students to join the Production System (MPS) & Continuous Improvement Internship.

You will analyze processes, assist with optimization projects, and support workshop preparation while gaining exposure to manufacturing operations. Paid internship at $18/hour, March 2027 start, with a $700/month housing stipend and visa cost coverage for eligible international students.