Trim & Chassis Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Summer - Canton, MS

Location(s): Canton, MS
Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program
Degree Level: Junior or Senior
Preferred Degree: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field
Sponsorship: Not Available

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We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our team in Canton, MS. Our team is a hands-on engineering group that works closely with production and other cross-functional teams to solve problems, improve processes, and support the day-to-day manufacturing of vehicles. We operate in a fast-paced environment where teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and continuous improvement are critical to success.

This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical engineering experience while contributing to projects that directly impact manufacturing operations.

• Assist with investigating production concerns, analyzing data, identifying root causes, and implementing countermeasures using structured problem-solving methods.
• Support projects focused on improving manufacturing and engineering processes, efficiency, and performance.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to support daily operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead a defined summer improvement project, including planning, implementation, results tracking, and final presentation preparation.
• Monitor and evaluate process performance while identifying opportunities for operational improvements.

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Students entering their Junior or Senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Initiative and willingness to learn in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for solving problems and optimizing processes.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Participation in engineering societies, technical organizations, or STEM-related activities such as NSBE, SME, SWE, ASME, IEEE, or similar organizations is a plus.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Ability to perform work onsite at Canton, MS.

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We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen their relationships and meet people from similar and diverse backgrounds to foster a culture of belonging.

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Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

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