Owatonna, MN
Pay Range: $22 – $25 per hour
Viracon is a global leader in architectural glass, bringing innovation and craftsmanship to some of the world’s most iconic buildings. As part of Apogee Enterprises, we are committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and developing the future leaders of our industry.
What You’ll DoAs a Continuous Improvement Intern, you will support projects that drive efficiency, quality, and productivity across Viracon’s operations. Responsibilities may include:
Assisting in Lean and Six Sigma projects to improve workflows and eliminate waste.
Gathering and analyzing data to identify process improvement opportunities.
Participating in Kaizen events and cross-functional problem-solving teams.
Supporting standardization of best practices across departments.
Documenting processes and assisting in creating updated work instructions.
Collaborating with production, engineering, and quality teams to implement improvements.
Junior standing (Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field) at a 4-year college, GPA 3.0+.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Familiarity or interest in Lean, Six Sigma, or process improvement methodologies.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and in teams.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
This internship gives you the opportunity to make a real impact by helping Viracon strengthen its processes, improve efficiency, and support long-term growth.
Our Benefits
We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.
Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
Incentive Plans
401(k) with employer contribution and match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Training and Career Progression
Apogee and our brands are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Top Skills
What We Do
By definition, Apogee means "highest point." It's no coincidence that it's also the name of our company. For over 70 years it is a name that has inspired and driven us to achieve a higher level of excellence in all we do. We are not satisfied with the status quo. We aim higher, think bigger, and endeavor to create even more value for every Apogee stakeholder. We strive to create peak value.
Apogee is a leader in architectural products and services. Our glass and aluminum window, storefront and curtainwall systems make buildings look great, reduce energy consumption, and protect occupants and property. Our highly skilled team designs glass and metal building façades, completes massive orders for skyscrapers on time, and manages complex window, curtainwall and storefront installation projects.
We are also a leader in the protection and conservation of all things framed and displayed. Our Tru Vue business provides high-performance glass and acrylic products for the custom framing, fine art, and technical glass markets.
