Engineering/Project Management Intern
Twin City Die Castings•Minneapolis, MN
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an Engineering Project Management Intern to support manufacturing and engineering projects within a die casting production environment. This internship is ideal for students interested in engineering, manufacturing operations, and project management who want hands-on experience working on real projects that impact safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will work closely with engineers, supervisors, and cross-functional team members on active shop-floor initiatives—not just observation or shadowing.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in: Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related technical field
- Strong organization and time-management skills
- Comfortable working in a hands-on, manufacturing environment
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities
Nice To Haves
- Interest in project management and manufacturing leadership
- Experience with team projects, capstone work, or internships
- Familiarity with project tracking tools (Excel, Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, etc.)
- Exposure to manufacturing, machining, or metal casting environments
- Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement coursework (a plus)
Responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of manufacturing and engineering projects
- Track project timelines, milestones, action items, and risks
- Coordinate communication between engineering, operations, maintenance, and quality teams
- Prepare and maintain project documentation, schedules, and status reports
- Assist with meeting agendas, notes, and follow-up actions
- Analyze basic production or project data to identify improvement opportunities
- Support continuous improvement, process optimization, and engineering change initiatives
- Spend time on the manufacturing floor to understand and develop processes, assist in sampling and create operator instructions.
Benefits
- Paid internship with real project ownership
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and project leaders
- Meaningful, resume-ready manufacturing project experience
- Exposure to engineering operations in a high-impact production setting
- Opportunity to be considered for future internships or full-time roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
