Operations Summer Intern - Industrial… at Draper · Cambridge

Summary: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The Operations Summer Intern in the Industrial Engineering Division will be exposed to technical challenges, applying engineering principles to lead process improvements and optimize manufacturing processes. Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems - Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support - Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process - Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines - Performs other duties as assigned - Develop layout designs for equipment and workspaces to enhance productivity and reduce waste - Conduct time studies and data analysis to uncover bottlenecks - Collaborate with supply chain to optimize material flow - Analyze and improve business processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency - Process development - Continuous improvement - Hardware tracking/yield and metrics - Interaction with external suppliers Required Qualifications: - Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required - College student in Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field - Must be a US citizen and enrolled in an accredited Engineering curriculum - Relocation assistance is not available for internship positions - This position and/or the facilities in which its duties will be performed are subject to national security programs imposed and administered under U.S. statutes. Therefore, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 2000e-2(g), this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens, and applicants with dual citizenship may not be considered - Excellent written and oral communication skills - Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment - Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities - Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel Required Skills: Data analysis, Process improvement, Layout design Important Skills: Engineering principles, MS Office Suite Benefits: Workplace flexibility, Employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, Health and finance workshops, Off site social events, Discounts to local museums and cultural activities