Summer Lean & Process Improvement Intern

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.; West Chester (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

401(k) with employer contribution

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Training and Career Progression

Job summary

Harmon, Inc. is seeking a motivated Continuous Improvement Intern for the summer to learn from experienced leaders and gain hands-on manufacturing experience.

You will support Lean thinking and drive operational excellence under the Continuous Improvement Manager, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to identify efficiency improvements and waste reductions. Interns will engage in projects such as lead time reduction, quality improvement, capacity analysis, and machine utilization.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or a related field.
• Junior or Senior standing preferred.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across production operations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Analyze operational data and assist with opportunities to improve inventory control, product quality, throughput, material flow, productivity, ergonomics and safety.
• Participate in problem‑solving and root cause analysis activities.
• Assist with process mapping, workflow analysis, and documentation.
• Support the implementation and tracking of improvement projects.
• Create reports, presentations, and visual tools to communicate project progress and results.
• Work alongside team members to drive positive operational change and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Manufacturing operations

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Independence

Detail orientation

Continuous improvement

Education

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Supply Chain Management

Operations Management

Related field of study

Job description

Harmon, Inc. is seeking a motivated Continuous Improvement Intern for the summer to learn from experienced leaders and gain hands-on manufacturing experience.

You will support Lean thinking and drive operational excellence under the Continuous Improvement Manager, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to identify efficiency improvements and waste reductions. Interns will engage in projects such as lead time reduction, quality improvement, capacity analysis, and machine utilization.