Body Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 - Canton, MS

Nissan Motor Corporation•Canton, MS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Body Engineering Intern to join our team in Canton, MS. This internship offers the opportunity to work alongside a tenured engineering team responsible for white-body dimensional accuracy and quality control. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience supporting vehicle build quality improvements, developing tools and fixtures, and assisting with the implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies, including 3D vision-guided robotics.

Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
Students entering their Junior or Senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-starter with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
Ability to perform work onsite at Canton, MS.

Nice To Haves

Participation in hands-on engineering organizations such as Formula SAE, Baja, Solar Car Team, or similar programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support initiatives focused on improving body dimensional accuracy and overall vehicle quality.
Assist with the design, development, and validation of jigs and fixtures to improve manufacturing processes.
Participate in projects that enhance technician safety and ergonomic work practices.
Support the deployment of new manufacturing technologies and equipment installations.
Collaborate with engineers and plant personnel to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.