Intern - Lean Manufacturing

Coherent Corp. • Easton, PA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Lean Manufacturing Intern to join
our Silicon Carbide (SiC) manufacturing team for Summer 2026. The perfect
candidate will support continuous improvement initiatives across the
manufacturing site. This role will focus on analyzing production processes and
assisting with the implementation of Lean principles to improve efficiency,
organization, and productivity.

Key responsibilities include conducting process time studies and motion studies
to identify inefficiencies, supporting the implementation of 5S in production
areas, and helping document and standardize improved workflows. The intern will
also assist in establishing a Lean Steering Committee framework, including
meeting structures, metrics, and reporting processes.

Working closely with operations and engineering teams, the intern will help
drive elements of the site’s Lean roadmap, contributing to projects that improve
throughput, reduce waste, and strengthen operational discipline.

This role is ideal for a student pursuing Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing
Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field with an interest in Lean
manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Education Level Required: Bachelor's / Master’s
• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years of undergraduate study (rising junior or above) by the start of the internship
• Majors: Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Team-oriented but able to work independently when needed.
• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and time management.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant coursework or extracurricular experience in Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Open to currently enrolled students or those who have graduated within one year of the internship start date.

Responsibilities

• Process time studies
• Motion studies
• Implementing 5S in production areas
• Documenting improved workflows
• Collaborating with shop floor workers, technicians and engineers.
• Expected to document progress with weekly reports as well as a final presentation at the end of the assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern