Intern - Continuous Improvement (Summer 2026)

Plexus • Neenah, WI

124d • $23 - $25

About The Position

The role of the Continuous Improvement Intern is to participate in and lead appropriately scoped supporting processes, using lean problem solving concepts and skills. This position will be involved with driving standards and problem solving for business processes as well as manufacturing processes in Micro Electronics, Surface Mount or Electro Mechanical assembly areas. The goal will be to develop sound and repeatable processes that maximize employee safety, product yield and process efficiency. The individual will collaborate with other functions at the site and corporate level to achieve project objectives. All interns will be assigned a mentor for direction and support.

Requirements

• Student working toward a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field for entire duration of internship
• Knowledge of lean and six sigma concepts
• Proficient in Google programs for word processing, spreadsheets and slide shows

Nice To Haves

• Junior level status
• GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Experience in AutoCAD

Responsibilities

• Support Continuous Improvement team to drive projects to completion
• Lead Kaizen and DMAIC problem solving methodologies
• Lead projects that will focus on customer (internal & external) satisfaction, process efficiency, value add services and productivity to deliver significant operational improvement and financial benefit
• Identification and documentation of best practices to include the integration of standard work principles
• Lead initiatives in value stream management, lean sigma, and cost control projects
• Support, recognize, define, and solve problems/opportunities
• Support of manufacturing process, including layout and concepts
• Gain understanding of manufacturing process controls and the statistical applications associated

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings
• Opportunities for professional development
• Work-life balance perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree