Summer Quality Control Intern: Data & Process Improvement

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Batesburg-Leesville (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship and intern events

Real-world projects with top industry…

Job summary

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic Intern – Quality Control for Summer 2027 based in Batesburg, South Carolina. You will support the Quality team with data analysis, inspections, audits, and documentation management.

This paid internship offers real-world projects, mentorship, and exposure to Lean/Six Sigma tools, CAPA, and continuous improvement. You will gain hands-on experience in a global leader in signaling systems.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with quality inspections and verification activities for incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products.
• Support investigation of quality issues and customer complaints.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality performance data and key metrics.
• Maintain quality records, reports, and documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Participate in internal audits and process reviews.
• Assist with corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.
• Support root cause analysis using quality tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and Pareto Analysis.
• Help monitor supplier quality performance and documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Support compliance with applicable quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Team player

Detail-oriented

Education

Current university student; major in Quality Management or Engineering

Job description

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic Intern – Quality Control for Summer 2027 based in Batesburg, South Carolina. You will support the Quality team with data analysis, inspections, audits, and documentation management.

This paid internship offers real-world projects, mentorship, and exposure to Lean/Six Sigma tools, CAPA, and continuous improvement. You will gain hands-on experience in a global leader in signaling systems.