Intern - Process Engineer (Summer 2027)

Posted One Month Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Nampa, ID, USA
In-Office
23-27 Hourly
Internship
Appliances • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Supports industrial engineering and lean manufacturing initiatives, including capacity planning, equipment and workspace layout, material flow optimization, production data analysis, performance reporting, and workstation improvements. The intern collaborates with engineers and production staff to reduce lead times, improve production cells, and implement efficient manufacturing solutions.
Summary Generated by Built In

About us:  At Plexus, our vision is to help create the products that build a better world.  Driven by a passion for excellence, we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense, Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design, manufacture and service some of the world’s most transformative products, including advanced surgical systems, diagnostic instruments, healthcare imaging equipment, mission critical aerospace systems, and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit Plexus.com to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision. 

When we invest in our people, we invest in building a better world. 

With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members, our customers, their end users and our communities, people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do, including how we operate, behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.  

Our values include: Growing our People, Building Belonging, Innovating Responsibly, Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success. 

As a team member, you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies, join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose, and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth. 

Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members' wellbeing, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings, and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information, visit our US benefits website at usbenefits.plexus.com. Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace, where everyone can feel valued. This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level. Hourly Rate:

$23 - $27/hr.

OVERVIEW
Design, develop, test and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis and production coordination.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide lean manufacturing solutions for customer or process specific production such as lead time reduction, single piece flow & pull systems.

  • Support Short & Long range capacity Planning such as Kinaxis Rapid Response Capacity Software 

  • Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency, using drafting tools and computer.

  • Study operations sequence, material flow, and project information to optimize manufacturing operations. 

  • Analyze production data (cycle times, flow) to identify inefficiencies.

  • Generate performance reports and visualizations.

  • Execute your ideas and solutions with engineers and production staff through influential leadership

  • Modify & improve workstations & Material Deployment solutions to optimize production work cells. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Student working towards a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering for the entire duration of internship. 

  • Experience in AutoCAD or Draftsite

  • Experience in Google Applications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Sophomore or Junior level status

  • GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred

  • Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills

  • Strong communication skills

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements.  If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.

Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering for the entire duration of the internship
  • Experience with AutoCAD or DraftSight
  • Experience with Google Applications
  • Sophomore or junior academic standing
  • GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills

Plexus Corp. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Plexus Corp. and has not been reviewed or approved by Plexus Corp..

  • Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests the company offers multiple medical plan options, mental-health support, and programs like virtual physical therapy that add meaningful value. Benefits such as paid leave, disability coverage, and company-paid life insurance are also highlighted as strong components.
  • Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the 401(k) plan includes a company match reported as 100% of the first 4% with immediate vesting. This structure is seen as a solid foundation for long-term savings.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Feedback suggests resources like tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 and wellness programs enhance the overall package. Paid volunteer time and development opportunities are also viewed as beneficial.

Plexus Corp. Insights

Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Neenah, WI
8,686 Employees
Year Founded: 1976

What We Do

Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Aftermarket Services. Plexus is a global leader that specializes in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. Plexus delivers customer service excellence to leading companies by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout a product’s lifecycle. For more information about Plexus, visit our website at www.plexus.com

Similar Jobs

Hilton Logo Hilton

Design Specialist

Software • Hospitality
In-Office or Remote
2 Locations
121228 Employees
40K-85K Annually

MongoDB Logo MongoDB

Growth Marketing Manager

Big Data • Cloud • Software • Database
Easy Apply
Remote or Hybrid
United States
5550 Employees
76K-149K Annually

Upside Logo Upside

Strategic Account Manager

Artificial Intelligence • Fintech • Machine Learning • Mobile • Payments • Retail • Software
Remote or Hybrid
USA
275 Employees
151K-180K Annually

People Inc. Logo People Inc.

Head of Brand Marketing, CPG

AdTech • Consumer Web • Digital Media • eCommerce • Marketing Tech
Remote or Hybrid
US
3500 Employees
130K-150K Annually

Similar Companies Hiring

Rosendin Thumbnail
Other • Manufacturing
San Jose, CA
6219 Employees
Amalgamated Sugar Thumbnail
Food • Greentech • Agriculture • Industrial • Manufacturing
Boise, Idaho
768 Employees
Ford Energy Thumbnail
Automotive • Software • Energy • Utilities • Manufacturing • Renewable Energy
US
55 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account