Industrial Engineering Intern

DigiKey•Thief River Falls, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Industrial Engineering Intern at DigiKey, you will work alongside Engineering team members to improve and define distribution processes and Engineered Labor Standards. This internship is located in DigiKey’s corporate headquarters in Thief River Falls, MN and will require regular onsite attendance. Local housing is provided for interns.

Requirements

A rising Junior or Senior currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
Be willing to take the initiative, working independently and collaboratively
Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills including average to above-average computer ability
Demonstrating a positive, collaborative approach is important in this role
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Time Studies and Ergonomics

Responsibilities

Assist with day-to-day tasks and projects in our highly automated warehouse system
Utilize industrial engineering best practices in equipment, process, and human factor analysis
Focus on human interfacing aspects of process and systems
Observe, document, and time study processes to help define engineered standards
Identify and implement process improvements and waste reduction
Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions
Collaborate with team members on various projects and initiatives
Maintain organized records of work and project files
Gain practical experience in the assigned department
Develop a deeper understanding of DigiKey and how it operates
Improve business skills such communication, project management, data analysis, etc.
Build a professional network within the industry