Machining Reliability Intern - Summer 2027 - Decherd, TN

Nissan • Decherd, TN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Nissan is seeking a Machining Reliability Intern to join its team in Decherd, Tennessee, for a 12-week summer program. The internship provides hands-on experience in reliability engineering and supports critical manufacturing operations. The intern will explore emerging technologies, evaluate maintenance strategies, and contribute to projects intended to improve equipment performance and operational efficiency. The position is onsite.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Entering junior or senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• GPA of 3.0 or above; an official or unofficial transcript is required during the application process for verification.
• Ability to perform work onsite in Decherd, Tennessee.
• Motivated self-starter able to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to navigate obstacles and identify practical solutions.
• Creative thinker with an innovative and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States and able to provide proof of employment eligibility at hire.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, or manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of predictive maintenance, condition monitoring, or asset reliability concepts.
• Experience analyzing technical data and presenting findings.
• Interest in emerging technologies such as drones, automation, and smart manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Support in-plant drone inspections for equipment monitoring and facility assessments.
• Evaluate continuous monitoring technologies and processes to identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability.
• Assist in developing and analyzing maintenance strategies for electrically powered rail systems.
• Collect and analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams on reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare reports, recommendations, and presentations communicating project findings and results.

Benefits

• Opportunities to connect and collaborate through Business Synergy Teams (ERGs).
• Professional training and development through seminars, learning platforms, and leadership trainings.

What This Job Offers

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