Continuous Improvement Co-op

Are you ready for what’s next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Mercury Marine‑Fond Du Lac, WI – Mercury Marine:
Continuous Improvement Co‑op

Location:

Plant 15‑Fond Du Lac, WI

Workplace Category:
Hybrid

Travel Required:

No

Direct Reports:
No

Pay Range: $

Visa Sponsorship:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Relocation:
Yes

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

As part of the Continuous Improvement team, you will work collaboratively and independently with critical manufacturing, engineering, and transactional process leaders to help management achieve strategic goals and impact financial results. You will learn to challenge conventional thinking, and work as needed to support tactical efforts, serving as both a team leader and coach.

• Attain results in ambiguous and changing situations
• Mentor and lead diverse teams to attain project results while developing people
• Build rapport and influence others in a positive manner
• Solve technical problems using facts while managing change and project risk

• Gain confidence in your ability to influence people and manage potentially contentious situations to a positive result
• Act as a liaison to all areas of the organization while you drive execution across manufacturing and transactional processes

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

• Current enrollment in a BS program with a major in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a degree related to Manufacturing Engineering emphasis or Operations Management
• A desire to reach beyond the typical engineering role into problem identification, solving and continuous improvement
• A desire to lead cross functional teams
• A desire to understand our marine industry customers and work to improve their experience on the water
• Minimum first semester junior status with 48 completed credits
• Availability to work full‑time (40 or more hours per week) through a full co‑op term running January to August 2027 or June to December 2027
• The ability to enroll in a formalized co‑op Program through your university
• Dependable, self‑motivated and engaged learner
• Good communication skills

• Learning Opportunities:
  Our Student Program is designed to provide hands‑on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real‑world tasks.
• Project Work:
  The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co‑ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization’s goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.
• Hours:
  
  Co‑ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40‑hour work week
• Feedback and Performance Reviews:
  As a co‑op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for…