Summer 2027 Process Engineering Intern
About The Position
The Process Engineer Intern will support manufacturing operations by assisting with process improvement projects, data collection and analysis, problem-solving activities, and production support. This role provides hands-on experience in a window and door manufacturing environment and offers opportunities to work alongside engineering, production, quality, maintenance, and safety teams. The intern will gain practical experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, process optimization, and project management while contributing to initiatives that improve safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency. This internship is located at our Roanoke, Virginia production facility.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's/Master’s degree in: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Related Engineering Discipline
- Strong interest in manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Previous manufacturing, technical, or internship experience.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts.
- Experience using CAD software.
- Knowledge of data analysis tools and statistical methods.
- Experience with project-based coursework.
Responsibilities
- Assist engineers in supporting daily manufacturing operations.
- Observe manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Assist with documenting manufacturing processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives.
- Assist with kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
- Support root-cause analysis activities (A3).
- Gather production and quality data from manufacturing systems.
- Create reports, charts, and presentations to support decision-making.
- Track project metrics and improvement results.
- Support return-on-investment (ROI) and cost-savings calculations for engineering projects.
Benefits
- Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
- Annual profit sharing
- Giving at Marvin – participate in organized volunteer opportunities
- Brighter Days Fund – financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
