Summer Intern - Operations Leader

allegion; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegion in Indianapolis seeks a Summer Intern - Operations Leader to support the operations leadership team by coordinating cross-functional initiatives and analyzing process performance. You will help drive efficiency, assist with production scheduling, inventory, and quality inspections while promoting safe, reliable day-to-day operations.

As an intern you are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Organizational Leadership, Operations Management, or a related field, with strong academic

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong academic performance in related subjects.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing principles and lean methodologies.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to learn, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and support operations leadership.
• Analyze process performance and drive efficiency improvements.
• Assist with production scheduling, inventory management, and quality inspections.
• Collect and analyze shop-floor data for continuous improvement.
• Communicate issues across teams and support Kaizen activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Willingness to learn

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Organizational Leadership, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.

Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup's With Distinction honor - a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Summer Intern - Operations Leader - Indianapolis, IN

Summer Intern - Operations Leader

The Operations Leader Intern is responsible for supporting the operations leadership team by coordinating cross-functional initiatives, analyzing process performance, and driving efficiency improvements to ensure reliable, scalable day-to-day operations. As an Operations Leader Intern, you will foster employee relations and engagement while coordinating production scheduling and materials, assisting with machine setups and quality inspections, collecting and analyzing shop-floor data for continuous improvement, managing inventory and safety documentation, and communicating issues across teams.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do:

• Foster employee relations and engagement, supporting team morale and frontline communication.
• Conduct basic safety observations, report hazards, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Communicate issues and status updates to supervisors, engineering, purchasing, and quality teams.
• Track cycle times, downtime reasons, and other performance metrics; maintain dashboards and reports.
• Support continuous improvement activities (Kaizen), map processes, and help implement small experiments.
• Assist with root-cause investigations for recurring defects and document corrective actions.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Organizational Leadership, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong academic performance with coursework in production processes, quality control, operations strategy, or related subjects preferred.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing principles, lean methodologies, and data analysis is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or equivalent tools.
• Willingness to learn, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities.

Why Work for Us?

• Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, "this is your business, run with it".
• You're looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
• You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
• You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You'll Get from Us:

• An opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team that collaborates on real, hands-on projects
• Professional Growth through exposure to Allegion's leaders, professional development and skill building opportunities, and mentor/mentee relationships
• Meaningful time to network and get to know your peers through Allegion sponsored activities hosted by the Talent Attraction Team
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through Clifton Strengths testing and coaching

Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow's world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role. #ALLEGION

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