Summer 2027 Continuous Improvement Intern

Schneider Electric • Fairfield, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Summer 2027 Continuous Improvement Intern supports manufacturing and operations teams in identifying and implementing improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity. The intern works with production operators, supervisors, manufacturing engineers, quality, maintenance, and other support functions to analyze existing processes, eliminate waste, improve flow, and establish sustainable standard work.

The role involves supporting Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement projects on production floors; analyzing processes and operational data; helping test, measure, and sustain improvements; and presenting project progress and results to manufacturing and operations leadership. The internship is based in Fairfield, Ohio, and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Schneider Electric does not provide current or future work sponsorship.

The expected pay range for this U.S.-based position is USD $23.00–$35.50 per hour. Individual pay within the range is determined by factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Production, or Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma fundamentals.
• Knowledge of 5S and visual management.
• Knowledge of time study and cycle-time analysis.
• Knowledge of Value Stream Mapping.
• Knowledge of standardized work.
• Knowledge of line balancing and Yamazumi.
• Knowledge of root-cause analysis and 5-Why.
• Knowledge of Kaizen, PDCA, and DMAIC.
• Microsoft Excel and Power BI skills.
• AutoCAD or basic layout-development experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing ergonomics.
• Process mapping skills.
• Data analysis and visualization skills.
• Ability to work in Fairfield, Ohio, for the duration of the internship.
• Authorization to work in the United States; the company does not provide sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Support Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing projects across production areas.
• Conduct time studies and cycle-time analysis to identify waste and improvement opportunities.
• Analyze production processes to identify bottlenecks, non-value-added activities, excess motion, waiting, transportation, and work in process (WIP).
• Participate in and support Kaizen events and improvement workshops.
• Support implementation and sustainability of 5S and visual management.
• Develop and maintain standard work, work instructions, process maps, Standard Work Combination Sheets, visual management boards, and improvement trackers.
• Support one-piece flow and production line balancing initiatives.
• Perform Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to document current-state and future-state processes.
• Use Pareto analysis, 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, and other root-cause analysis tools to solve manufacturing problems.
• Collect and analyze data related to cycle time, throughput, downtime, labor utilization, defects, WIP, productivity, and efficiency.
• Develop Excel-based trackers, dashboards, charts, and reports for improvement projects.
• Assist with workstation layout and ergonomic improvements.
• Identify opportunities to improve material flow and point-of-use material presentation.
• Work with operators and supervisors to test improvement ideas on the shop floor.
• Measure results before and after improvements to demonstrate impact.
• Support implementation and follow-up of corrective actions.
• Help sustain improvements through audits, standardization, operator training, and visual controls.
• Present project progress and improvement results to manufacturing and operations leadership.

Benefits

• Career and skills development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms such as Coursera.
• Inclusive workplace with collaboration, recognition, and opportunities to share your voice.
• Volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern