POSITION: Engineering Intern STATUS: Non-Exempt (hourly) Part Time
REPORTS TO: Engineering Manager DATE REVISED: 2025
DIRECT REPORTS: None LOCATION: IDC- 600 Perkins Dr, Mukwonago, WI
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Engineering Intern to support our manufacturing operations and process improvement initiatives. This hands-on internship offers exposure to real-world engineering challenges and the opportunity to make a measurable impact on production efficiency and quality.
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBITIES:
- Lead improvement projects and participate on improvement teams that drive measurable outcomes
- Assist in the design, testing, and implementation of manufacturing processes and equipment improvements.
- Collect and analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, or quality concerns.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other industrial engineering methodologies.
- Help create and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and design engineering.
- Participate in daily manufacturing meetings and contribute engineering insights.
- All other duties as assigned
DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly, or injection molding preferred.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment.
- Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods of time. Must have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Work Environment:
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works off the shop floor where the noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
- The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work that is involved in this position.
IDC is proud of its diverse workforce and welcomes employees who speak one or more languages. As a necessity to perform business operations, employees must be proficient safely and efficiently in speaking and understanding English. IDC will assess the level of fluency required on a job-by-job basis. Employees must be able to speak and understand English for job-related communications and are otherwise welcome to speak their native language or another language in the workplace.
