Manufacturing Engineering Summer Intern

Xylem • Yellow Springs, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. ⚙️ Improve Processes. Engineer Solutions. Help Solve the World’s Water Challenges. Manufacturing Engineering Summer Intern | Xylem 🕒 Schedule: Onsite Monday – Friday, 8AM – 5PM If you’re an engineering student who enjoys problem‑solving, process improvement, and hands‑on manufacturing exposure, this internship was designed for you. As a Manufacturing Engineering Process Improvement Intern, you’ll work side‑by‑side with manufacturing engineers and cross‑functional teams to standardize processes, improve efficiency, and support production operations. Your work will directly contribute to smarter, more sustainable manufacturing — supporting Xylem’s mission to solve water challenges around the globe. This is more than an internship. It’s an opportunity to apply what you’re learning in school to real‑world engineering challenges that matter. 🌍 Why This Internship Is Different You’ll work on real manufacturing process improvements, not shadow‑only assignments Your ideas will help standardize and improve production systems You’ll collaborate with engineering, R&D, quality, and operations teams You’ll gain exposure to test equipment, drawings, fixtures, and production workflows You’ll join a global organization committed to sustainability and water stewardship You’ll be part of Xylem Watermark, our paid volunteer program supporting global water access

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Currently enrolled in a post‑secondary university program (Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to multitask, learn quickly, and work independently
• Detail‑oriented mindset with strong problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable explaining technical concepts to non‑technical audiences
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to follow tasks through to completion

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to manufacturing environments
• Working knowledge of computers and basic networking

Responsibilities

• Participating in meetings and design reviews for existing products
• Evaluating fixtures, tools, and equipment with Manufacturing Engineering to recommend improvements or replacements
• Reading and translating mechanical drawings into standardized processes
• Creating manufacturing processes and test plans in a standard YSI format
• Assisting with production process issues and continuous improvement efforts
• Collaborating with R&D, operations, quality, and project managers to clarify process constraints
• Evaluating work cells for process flow, capacity, equipment, and efficiency optimization
• Managing label design, documentation, and implementation
• Supporting efforts to transition existing procedures into consistent, standardized formats

Benefits

• Professional Development: Hands‑on experience, mentorship, and continuous learning
• Total Rewards: Competitive compensation, recognition, and growth opportunities
• Employee Networks: Inclusive communities supporting diverse backgrounds, including: Women’s Network LGBT+ & Allies Veterans People of Color & Allies Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity Emerging Leaders Working Parents

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees