Plant/Manufacturing Internship

Plant / Manufacturing Engineering Intern (3‑Month Internship)

Role: Plant / Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Program Assignment: WAYS Career Path Program – Internship / Early Career Track

Internship Objective

Support plant engineering and manufacturing activities during the industrialization and project phases, while gaining practical, on‑site experience in production processes, tooling, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.

Description of Main Tasks

• Support the industrialization of new products, including process adoption, basic tool optimization, and start‑up preparation
• Assist in analyzing product and process data to understand cost, efficiency, and manufacturing feasibility
• Support root cause analysis of process, material, or tooling issues during the project phase
• Act as a supporting interface between engineering functions (e.g. CPS) and plant operations
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on process stability and waste reduction
• Provide on‑site support during tool launch activities, including coordination and documentation
• Develop awareness of customer and quality requirements, including workplace design and layout principles
• Assist with tool acceptance activities under supervision
• Support the transfer and documentation of manufacturing know‑how (product, material, process, tooling)
• Participate as a supporting member of customer project teams, assisting with manufacturing and operations topics

Additional Tasks

• Gain familiarity with customer‑specific requirements and internal standards (e.g. CSR Matrix MP4.1DO07) as relevant to assigned tasks
• Prepare reports, presentations, and process documentation for internal stakeholders

Skills & Competencies

Education & Background

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a technical education or degree (e.g. Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar)
• Technical vocational training or hands‑on workshop experience is an advantage

Technical & Professional Skills

• Basic understanding of manufacturing and production processes
• Interest in plant operations, industrialization, and continuous improvement
• Basic proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Exposure to SAP or manufacturing systems is a plus but not required
• Willingness to learn problem-solving methods and structured improvement approaches

Language Skills

• English: B1–B2 level (able to communicate clearly in a professional environment)
• Local language: B1–B2 level

General Competencies

• Proactive and eager to learn in a plant environment
• Hands-on mentality with a practical approach
• Attention to detail and accuracy in technical work
• Basic cost awareness and efficiency mindset
• Methodological thinking and openness to feedback

Additional Information

• Internship duration: 3 months
• Reporting to: Plant Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering Team