Intern, Production (Plant Launch) at Scout Motors Inc. in Columbia, SC

Summary: Scout Motors is dedicated to carrying forward the heritage of an iconic American vehicle brand, focusing on innovation and respect for communities. As an intern, you will gain hands-on experience in production processes, contributing to meaningful projects that align with the company's goals. Responsibilities: - Supporting the development and structuring of production-related documentation and standards - Assisting in the design and coordination of structured enablement and knowledge-sharing concepts - Supporting the implementation and tracking of performance indicators - Contributing to the development of centralized tracking and reporting systems - Assisting with process analysis and identification of efficiency improvements - Supporting data collection, validation, and structured analysis to improve operational transparency - Preparing dashboards, reports, and management-ready summaries - Supporting coordination of operational flows and planning activities - Assisting in demand validation and readiness verification activities - Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and digital optimization efforts - Supporting cross-functional alignment and structured follow-up of open topics Required Qualifications: - Must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program for Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a similar field - Must be able to work from Columbia, SC from mid-May to mid-August 2026 - Strong interest in electric vehicles, automotive engineering, and sustainable transportation - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills - Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work in a fast-paced team environment - Detail-oriented with a proactive and results-driven mindset Preferred Qualifications: - Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and project management tools is preferred Required Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, Electrical Engineering Important Skills: Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Communication Skills Nice-to-Have Skills: Microsoft Office, Project Management Tools, Detail-Oriented, Team Collaboration