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Original Job Post

FWDthink · 1 week ago

Industrial Engineering and Process Improvement Intern

Washington, DC

Internship

Remote

Intern Level

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Responsibilities

Apply basic industrial engineering concepts, approaches and techniques to product, process, and services to meet industry requirements.

Gather and analyze data, performance metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to quantify process inefficiencies and track improvements over time.

Conduct basic workflow design and analysis.

Assist in continuous improvement projects, employing methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Total Quality Management (TQM) to drive ongoing process enhancements.

Support implementation plans and programs for facility/factory modifications and revisions to operating methods.

Assist in developing training materials, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and documentation to ensure that optimized processes are adopted.

Qualification

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Proficient in Microsoft WordPowerPointExcelExperienced in process mappingAnalysis tools LeanSix SigmaOther process improvement methodologiesEntrepreneurial work ethicSophomore to graduate student currently enrolled in a collegeUniversity with 3.0 GPAEnrolled in EngineeringOperations ManagementProblem-solvingIndependentEffective communicationCollaborativeCreativeInnovativeAdept at navigating complex situationsLeanProcess Improvement

Required

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Experienced in process mapping and analysis tools

Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is a plus

Independent, entrepreneurial work ethic with robust problem-solving capabilities

Effective communication skills, especially with senior stakeholders

Collaborative approach in virtual, dynamic settings

Creative and innovative

Adept at navigating complex situations

Sophomore to Graduate Student currently enrolled in a college or university with 3.0 GPA

Must be enrolled in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

Preferred

Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies

Company

FWDthink

FWDthink is an information technology services firm that helps Government agencies and Fortune 100 companies implement technological solutions, expand revenue or ROI and train our their personnel to sustain a new level of transformational growth.

Founded in 2010