We are looking for a motivated Process Quality Engineer Intern to join our Quality team for a 6 months internship in Cameri (Novara), Italy.
The role is fully onsite, we have preference for candidates that are already based in Cameri/Novara area.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
Process Quality Management: Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with established standards, support the investigation of quality issues, and analyze production data to identify improvement opportunities.
Layered Process Audit (LPA) Deployment: Support the implementation and standardization of the LPA system throughout the plant, developing checklists and tracking audit completion rates across all management levels.
Audit & Documentation Support: Assist in the preparation for customer, certification, and internal audits, ensuring process documentation is updated and aligned with operational practices.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality teams to promote process discipline and drive a culture of operational excellence on the shop floor.
Continuous Improvement: Support process improvement projects focused on quality performance, reducing variability, and monitoring KPIs (LPA completion rates, scrap reduction, etc.).
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Education: Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Automotive, Quality, or related field).
Language Skills: Fluency in Italian (C1/C2) and good communication skills in English (written and spoken) to work in a global corporate environment.
Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949) and familiarity with problem-solving methodologies. Knowledge of Core Tools (PFMEA, Control Plan) is an asset.
PC Skills: Good command of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with strong data analysis capabilities.
Soft Skills: Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, proactive approach, and a desire to spend time on the manufacturing shop floor.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Automotive, Quality, or related field).
- Fluency in Italian (C1/C2).
- Good written and spoken English communication skills.
- Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 and/or IATF 16949).
- Familiarity with problem-solving methodologies.
- Knowledge of Core Tools (PFMEA, Control Plan).
- Good command of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint with strong data analysis capabilities.
- Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, proactive approach, and willingness to spend time on the manufacturing shop floor.
- Preference for candidates already based in Cameri/Novara area.
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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