Supplier Quality Intern - Summer 2027

Allison Transmission • Indianapolis, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supplier Quality Engineer Intern will gain exposure and experience in a global procurement organization supporting current and future programs. In this role the intern will work closely with suppliers to ensure components and their manufacturing processes meet our required standards.

Requirements

• Strong oral and written communication skills are required.
• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
• Analytical ability to solve complex problems.

Nice To Haves

• College undergraduate or graduate status with 1-3 years at an accredited college or university, pursuing an academic field of study related to Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, Technology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Offers support as a liaison between the plant community, Purchasing, Engineering, the rest of Operations, and suppliers to contain, identify, and resolve supplier quality issues and to provide technical support.
• Coordinates containment activities to minimize supplied part quality impact to the plants.
• Provides, as needed, support for formal 8D containment, root cause, and corrective action documentation.
• Coordinates supplier scheduling of formal 8D report outs either at Allison or via teleconference. (Note: 8D is a standard automotive industry problem solving methodology)
• Supports investigation of supplier quality problems and coordinates implementation of effective and timely resolutions.
• Assist with supplier selection processes.
• Assist with Supplier audits
• Support part qualification processes

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree