3M · 1 month ago
Internship - 2026 Undergraduate Process Engineer Intern - Safety & Industrial Business Group
US, South Dakota, Aberdeen
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 Summer3M is a global company that offers a wide variety of innovative products and technologies. They are seeking an Undergraduate Process Engineer Intern to collaborate with engineers to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements. The role involves gaining process understanding, supporting product testing, and leading projects for continuous improvement.
AutomotiveCleaning ProductsConsultingElectronicsEnterprise SoftwareManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Gaining an understanding of the process and identifying inefficiencies in the process
Working with other engineers in the factory and at the division level to brainstorm and prioritize process improvements that may improve yield and productivity in the plant
Developing and implementing creative and innovative process solutions in collaboration with cross-functional team members
Supporting the modification and improvement of existing process conditions, methods and/or solutions
Performing and coordinating product testing and verification for process changes in accordance with established test protocols
Initiating and leading projects that result in continuous improvement of Product and Process Understanding (PPU), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and machine Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Understand and use statistical analysis and PPU to improve process
Effectively troubleshoot defects and variation, perform root cause analysis, and apply problem solving skills
Development and implementation of improvements related to safety, quality, service, and cost in assigned areas
Provide daily production support and troubleshooting for assigned products and manufacturing operations
Improve manufacturing operations using continuous improvement and project management tools
Maintain, track, and report on unit/static costs and variances for assigned products
Creating and maintaining product/process documentation, including specifications, test methods, and change management documentation
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree, or higher, from an accredited institution
Preferred
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial, or engineering discipline
Completed a minimum of sophomore year (4 semesters) by the start of the internship
Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Experience with light assembly, assembly automation, robotic applications, material handling, or inspection equipment
Experience in the use of statistical tools and data analysis in problem solving
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
Benefits
Housing and transportation stipend
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Company
3M is a global company that applies science to life, offering products and solutions across various industries.
Founded in 1902
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-03-13Grant· $5M
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
William Brown
Chief Executive Officer
John Banovetz
Senior Vice President for Innovation and Stewardship and Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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