Summer Intern - Industrial Engineer

Matalco Inc.; Franklin, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Casual work environment

Summer internship

Job summary

Matalco Inc. in Franklin, Kentucky, invites applications for an Industrial Engineer Intern position. This summer internship offers hands-on exposure to process optimization, data analysis, and project management within our manufacturing environment.

You will work with experienced engineers to analyze production processes, assist with process maps, collect data, and support project milestones while developing professional skills and industry insights for your future career.

Qualifications

• Must have completed 90+ credit hours by end of spring 2024.
• Minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA.
• Full-time student at an accredited two-year or four-year college/university.
• Preferred majors: Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or Metallurgy.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. or Canada without sponsorship.
• Strong proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, presentation, and team skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with initiative and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analysis and improvement of production processes to boost efficiency and reduce waste.
• Support development and implementation of process maps and workflow diagrams.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and improvement areas.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for process enhancements.
• Assist with project management tasks, including scheduling and milestone tracking.
• Document findings and prepare reports for the engineering team.
• Up to 20% travel required (if needed).

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate student in two-year or four-year college

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Process mapping

Job description

Matalco Franklin, 300 Brown Road, Franklin, Kentucky, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, January 16, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Engineer Intern to join our team. This internship will provide hands‑on experience in various aspects of industrial engineering, including process optimization, data analysis, and project management. The intern will work closely with experienced engineers to contribute to ongoing projects and learn about best practices in the field.

Internship Includes:

• Base pay of $23.00/hr
• Monthly housing stipend of $1k net
• Real‑world experience that provides a competitive edge upon graduation
• Casual work environment
• Networking with leadership and functional plant leaders.
• Assignment time frame: Summer (May – August) with opportunity to work during the following school year.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the analysis and improvement of production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Support the development and implementation of process maps and workflow diagrams.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for process enhancements.
• Assist with project management tasks, including scheduling and tracking project milestones.
• Document findings and prepare reports to communicate results to the engineering team.
• Up to 20% travel required (if needed).

Qualifications:

• Must have completed 90 or more credit hours by the end of the spring 2024 semester
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7
• Must be a full-time student attending an accredited two-year or four-year college/university
• Preferred majors: Materials Science & Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or Metallurgy
• Must be legally authorized to work at a company in the U.S. or Canada without sponsorship.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, presentation, and team skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Self‑motivated with a high level of initiative, able to work well independently.

Working Conditions

• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.
• Work is mainly performed in an office setting, with some time spent in a manufacturing environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Matalco Franklin, 300 Brown Road, Franklin, Kentucky, United States of America