Production Engineering Internship

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Columbus, IN, USA
In-Office
20-30 Hourly
Internship
Other
The Role
Production Engineering Intern supporting process improvement in a manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include applying PDCA, analyzing production processes, improving efficiency and resource utilization, supporting safety and quality initiatives, implementing process controls and standardization, and applying Toyota Production System principles to material flow, inventory, and lead times. The role involves hands-on collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires full-time onsite work during Summer 2027.
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Join our Team as a Production Engineering Intern!

 

The Role:

We’re seeking a motivated Production Engineering Intern to join our team in Summer 2027! This internship offers hands-on experience in manufacturing and Production Engineering, where you’ll work on meaningful projects and gain insight into manufacturing. You’ll collaborate with the Production Engineering team, as well as mentors and leadership, building skills that will help launch your career!

 

 

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Complete a summer project using the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) methodology focused on process improvement within the manufacturing facility.
  • Analyze and improve production processes to enhance efficiency and resource utilization.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives that promote workplace safety and product quality.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive productivity and deliver maximum value to our customers.
  • Help implement process controls and standardization efforts that ensure consistency and reliability.
  • Learn and apply Toyota Production System (TPS) principles to improve material flow, inventory management, and lead times.
  • Perform additional related duties as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
  • Currently enrolled in a degree program in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or other technical field with applicable experience.
  • Prior internship, work experience, or club activity which demonstrates a desire for hands on learning.
  • Ability to understand layouts and design fixtures and tooling using Solidworks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or Catia.
  • Willingness to work hands-on.
  • Strong work ethic, intrinsically motivated, ability to organize work to execute projects.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Columbus, IN, for the duration of the Summer 2027 internship.

What Sets You Apart:

  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
  • Experience designing and building engineered components and/or systems

Where and When You’ll Work:

  • This is an in-person role located at our Columbus, IN office—ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

What You’ll Get in Return:

 

Wage - $20.00 - $30.00+ per hour. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

 

Early Career Benefits:

  • Paid Housing (furnishings, utilities, & Wi-Fi included) — eligibility limited to employees residing 50+ miles outside the work location
  • Hands-On Experience in a Manufacturing Setting
  • Mentorship from Experienced Professionals
  • Direct Exposure to Senior Leadership & Executive Team
  • Company-Sponsored Events & Intern Socials
  • Paid Community Service Hours
  • Onsite Fitness Center & Occupational Health Clinic
  • Mental Health Advocate Services
  • Best in class work culture!

 

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

 

Learn more here: https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers https://careers.raymondcorp.com/careers

 

Follow us on Social Media: Working at Toyota Material Handling | Glassdoor

 

Skills Required

  • Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
  • Currently enrolled in a degree program in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or another technical field with applicable experience
  • Prior internship, work experience, or club activity demonstrating a desire for hands-on learning
  • Ability to understand layouts and design fixtures and tooling using SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or CATIA
  • Willingness to work hands-on
  • Strong work ethic and intrinsic motivation
  • Ability to organize work and execute projects
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Columbus, Indiana, for the Summer 2027 internship
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges
  • Experience designing and building engineered components or systems
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The Company
HQ: Tallahassee, FL

What We Do

Founded in 1948, Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system providing advanced care to a 22-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. As the region's healthcare leader and Tallahassee's largest private employer, it operates a 772-bed acute care hospital, a psychiatric hospital, multiple specialty care centers, and 50 affiliated physician practices.

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