Paid Summer Manufacturing Intern: Hands-On Ops & QA

National Gypsum Company; Clinton (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend eligibility

Hourly pay

Job summary

National Gypsum Company is offering a paid Manufacturing Intern program for the summer of 2027 in Indiana. The role provides hands-on exposure to production, quality control, process improvement, and safety, with opportunities to learn from multiple departments and a focus on continuous improvement.

The internship includes stipend eligibility in addition to hourly pay, and requires enrollment in a related Bachelor’s degree program.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in an Engineering, Business, or a Manufacturing related field.
• Strong academic background with coursework in manufacturing processes, operations management, or related disciplines.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day manufacturing operations under the guidance of experienced professionals.
• Participate in production and manufacturing activities to gain practical experience.
• Work with safety, quality, and production on concerns and/or opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting process enhancements.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for all associates.
• Document and analyze data related to production and quality metrics, efficiency, and performance.
• Engage in training sessions and workshops to expand knowledge of manufacturing processes, technologies, team growth, and leadership skills.
• Shadow and learn problem-solving methods from various management roles or departments, including Production, Quality, Maintenance or Engineering, Environmental & Safety, or Human Resources, and perform hands‑on learning activities as directed.
• Any other duties as assigned by the reporting supervisor or manager.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering/Business/Manufacturing

Job description

National Gypsum Company is offering a paid Manufacturing Intern program for the summer of 2027 in Indiana. The role provides hands-on exposure to production, quality control, process improvement, and safety, with opportunities to learn from multiple departments and a focus on continuous improvement.

The internship includes stipend eligibility in addition to hourly pay, and requires enrollment in a related Bachelor’s degree program.