Quality Engineering Intern: Process Improvement & QA

DwyerOmega; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Real-world projects

Mentorship

Industry experts

Teamwork skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job summary

DwyerOmega is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in San Marcos, CA. On-site, full-time hours from May to August, you will join cross-functional teams to analyze inspection processes, drive continuous improvement, and support ISO 9001 quality system activities.

You'll gain hands-on experience with productivity analysis, data reporting, root cause investigation, and workflow optimization while collaborating with quality, manufacturing, and operations teams to improve product

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or related Engineering.
• Basic knowledge of quality principles, manufacturing processes, or quality management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications for data analysis, reporting, and documentation.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks, follow established procedures, and work independently under guidance.
• Interest in continuous improvement, process optimization, and data-driven decision-making.
• Willingness to learn ISO 9001 requirements, internal auditing practices, and manufacturing inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement by analyzing inspection processes and improving workflow visibility.
• Assist with data reporting, root cause investigation, and ISO 9001 quality system support.
• Collaborate with quality, manufacturing, and operations teams to reduce inspection backlogs.
• Perform time studies to evaluate cycle times and productivity.
• Prepare discrepancy reports and support scrap disposition activities.
• Assist with ISO 9001 audits and evidence collection.

Skills

Quality principles

Process improvement

Data analysis

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in Engineering (Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Electrical)

Tools

Excel

Office Suite

Job description

DwyerOmega is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in San Marcos, CA. On-site, full-time hours from May to August, you will join cross-functional teams to analyze inspection processes, drive continuous improvement, and support ISO 9001 quality system activities.

You'll gain hands-on experience with productivity analysis, data reporting, root cause investigation, and workflow optimization while collaborating with quality, manufacturing, and operations teams to improve product