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Regal Rexnord · 2 hours ago

Continuous Improvement Summer Internship

Downers Grove, IL

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$16/hr - $23/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Regal Rexnord is a global industrial manufacturer focused on providing sustainable solutions. They are seeking a Continuous Improvement Intern to drive operational excellence across manufacturing sites by leading initiatives that enhance efficiency and collaboration while gaining exposure to Lean principles and problem-solving in a production environment.

AgricultureAutomotiveCommercialMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Flow Creation: Lead and execute a problem-solving flow event, including SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Die) processes, to support lead time reduction across production work cells

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Planning, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions

Lean Tools Implementation: Learn and apply Lean methodologies such as 6S, Visual Management, Standard Work, and Kanban to support continuous improvement efforts

Data Analysis & Reporting: Use Excel and other tools to analyze performance data, track progress, and present findings to stakeholders

Qualification

Lean methodologiesData analysisMicrosoft ExcelCommunication skillsTeamwork skills

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Strong attention to detail and structured approach to problem solving

Proactive and dynamic mindset with a strong sense of urgency

Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis preferred

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship to obtain or keep U.S. work authorization

Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person', which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States