Industrial Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 - Canton, MS

Nissan Motor Corporation • Canton, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Nissan is seeking an Industrial Engineering Intern to join its team in Canton, Mississippi, for a 12-week summer program. The intern will work with a six-person Industrial Engineering team that collaborates across departments at a manufacturing facility, focusing on cost reduction, labor planning, and capacity analysis. The role offers hands-on experience analyzing production processes, addressing manufacturing challenges, and contributing to operational-efficiency projects.

The intern will assess production zones and work areas, analyze production and labor data, and develop recommendations for improvement. The role also involves working with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to support improvement initiatives, assisting with labor and capacity planning, and communicating project progress and results through presentations, reports, and documentation. The position is onsite in Canton, Mississippi.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Entering the junior or senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Ability to take initiative and work proactively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles and a process-improvement mindset.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• GPA of 3.0 or above; an official or unofficial transcript is required during the application process for verification.
• Ability to work onsite in Canton, Mississippi.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and provide proof of employment eligibility at hire.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of labor planning, capacity analysis, or production systems.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience analyzing and presenting data using Excel or other analytical tools.
• Interest in automotive manufacturing and industrial engineering in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct elemental analyses of assigned production zones and work areas to assess operating conditions and performance.
• Analyze production and labor data to identify opportunities for process improvements, efficiency gains, and cost reductions.
• Develop action plans and recommendations based on findings and present them to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to support implementation of improvement initiatives.
• Assist with labor planning, capacity analysis, and continuous improvement projects across the facility.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and documentation to communicate project progress and results.

Benefits

• Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities to build relationships and connect with colleagues from similar and diverse backgrounds.
• Professional training and development through innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms, and leadership training.

What This Job Offers

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