Industrial Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

FedEx • Kansas City, MO

52d

About The Position

Works on projects gaining valuable, real-world experience in a professional environment as it relates to intern's field of study. This position will be an introduction into what an entry level field engineer does in their day-to-day routine. They will learn the basics for the Engineering Specialist role, while also working with other interns to complete a summer project. They will also assist in pulling and reporting data for the facilities within the region. Participates on a team to research, present and deliver solutions that will have impacts to the business and/or customer experience. Participates in various networking and/or community service events. Performs other duties as assigned. Summer 2026 Internship - Availability to work 40 hours/week for a 10-week program, June 8th - August 14th. Resume should include information: email address, telephone number, name of college/university, degree, major, GPA, date of intended graduation (month & year). Immigration - Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions. Sponsorship may be available for full-time, exempt positions, depending on the specific role and federal regulations. Note, sponsorship is never guaranteed under any circumstances.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) at a college/university obtaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Preferred enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems or other related quantitative discipline.
• Ability to work productively and proactively, both independently and as a part of a team.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.
• Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
• Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with across business units and to all levels of management.
• Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with familiarity in SQL and Power BI for basic data analysis
• Exposure to at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, or MATLAB, etc.) used in engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Works on projects gaining valuable, real-world experience in a professional environment as it relates to intern's field of study.
• Learn the basics for the Engineering Specialist role, while also working with other interns to complete a summer project.
• Assist in pulling and reporting data for the facilities within the region.
• Participates on a team to research, present and deliver solutions that will have impacts to the business and/or customer experience.
• Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Pay Transparency:
• Salary is $25/hour for undergraduates and $30/hour for graduates.
• A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles for an on-site or hybrid internship or co-op experience.
• Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
• Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act
• E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Couriers and Messengers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees