About the role#
The Progress Engineering Internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on manufacturing experience during the Summer 2027 term. You will work within an industrial plant environment to address production challenges while receiving practical training in industrial engineering fundamentals. This position is a full-time, paid role.
What you'll do#
- Lead real improvement activities in a manufacturing setting.
- Work alongside experienced industrial engineering mentors and shop leaders.
- Improve shop performance and operator outcomes.
- Apply classroom learning to solve production challenges.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment at an accredited four-year college or university.
- A major in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Computer, Electrical, or Environmental Engineering, or Computer Science.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to interact professionally with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.
- Experience working in a team to meet common objectives.
- Ability to work in an industrial plant environment Monday through Friday on the day shift.
- Authorization to work in the United States on an ongoing, indefinite basis. Please note that this position does not offer immigration sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Greenville, South Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Michelin
Michelin manufactures tires and components for mobility, construction, aeronautics, and healthcare. The company operates in the motor vehicle manufacturing industry and maintains a focus on polymer composites. It is based in Clermont-Ferrand, France. The organization employs over 10,000 people and produces both industrial components and consumer lifestyle products like the MICHELIN Guide.
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