Supplier Quality Digitalization – Summer Internship 2026

Hitachi•Michigan City, IN

12d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Company We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving. From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production. We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 60 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering. Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you’ll be part of a global network that’s shaping the future of industrial power. Position Summary The Supplier Quality Digitalization Intern will support Hitachi Global Air Power (HGAP) strategic initiative to digitalize key Supplier Quality processes including PPAP submissions, monthly reporting, and lessons-learned data management. This role offers hands-on exposure to cross-functional collaboration with SQE, Engineering, Supply Chain, Internal Quality, and Suppliers. The intern will play a key role in building a knowledge database for PPAP lessons learned and Part Past History (PPH), enabling long-term continuous improvement within the SQE function. This internship is designed to provide meaningful experience in a modern, digital-first manufacturing environment while contributing directly to impactful transformation projects. Mission of the Role Support digitalization efforts within the Supplier Quality function at (HGAP). Contribute to building and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement. Strengthen SQE excellence by improving visibility, consistency, and knowledge sharing related to PPAP and supplier performance. Learning & Development Opportunities for the Intern Hands-on learning of PPAP processes and supplier interactions. Exposure to real-world Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain collaboration. Understanding of how digital tools support manufacturing quality workflows. Experience with project management activities including milestone reviews, risk analysis, and cross-functional communication. Preparation for future full‑time opportunities within a modern manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Education Requirements Working toward a degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Operations, Business Analytics, or related field
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Interest in manufacturing, supplier quality, or process improvement
Proficiency with Excel and data organization
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Exposure to Power BI, SharePoint, or other digital tools
Interest in digital transformation projects
Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
Must be able to complete internship from May–August 2026.
Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
Willingness to learn from others on the job

Responsibilities

PPAP Digitalization Support Assist in improving the end-to-end PPAP process—from documentation to system readiness.
Review and analyze current PPAP templates including the PPAP workbook, Tracker, logs, Engineering change documentation (ER), SDR, and related quality documents.
Support development of digital or semi‑digital workflows for PPAP submission and review.
Interact with Suppliers, SQE team members, and internal stakeholders to understand pain points and gather process feedback.
Monthly Reporting & Pain Index Automation Digitalize the extraction and consolidation of monthly supplier performance data.
Support development of a more automated Pain Index and reporting mechanism.
Improve consistency and accuracy of supplier monthly reporting practices.
Build Knowledge Databases (PPAP Lessons Learned & PPH) Collect, analyze, and categorize Part Past History (PPH) data.
Gather PPAP lessons learned from trackers, past submissions, SQE interviews, and issue logs.
Develop a structured knowledge repository for critical parts and commodities.
Prepare insights and reports to be shared with Engineering, Supply Chain Management (SCM), and Internal Quality teams.
Cross-Functional Collaboration Conduct interviews with SMEs across SQE, Engineering, Supply Chain, Internal Quality, and Suppliers.
Study commodities, Global New Product Development (GNPD) gateways, and supplier selection criteria.
Contribute to project meetings, milestone updates, and documentation reviews.
Documentation & Training Development Convert collected data and insights into training materials for SQE and cross-functional teams.
Support preparation of internal presentations and project deliverables.