Intern: Business Control (Spring 2027)

Position Description:

We are currently looking for students to work with our production teams as a Business Control Intern. You should be prepared to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment, gaining experience and knowledge in various aspects of the manufacturing business. As a valued member of our team within Powertrain Industrial Organization, you will have the opportunity to work directly on production focusing on increasing efficiency and quality while utilizing your engineering education and continuous improvement mindset.  Powertrain Industrial Organization’s goal is to contribute to your development, as well as providing an opportunity to work in a business environment within the manufacturing industry. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Drive lean methodology
• Data Analysis and Quality Improvement
• Data analysis focus on standards and repeatability
• Quality and production process review and improvements
• Help facilitate continuous improvement and identify opportunities on your own to implement
• Participate in project planning, implementation and improvements
• Works with the production teams to reduce non-value add activities
• Assist in follow-up, reports and flow charts. 
• Participate in functional meetings.
• Data visualization using advanced tools like Microsoft Power BI
• Assisting in business case development
• Help the business to reduce waste and increase efficiency

Internship Education and Program Requirements:

• Applicant must be currently enrolled and pursuing a Business-Related Degree. Preferred specializations are Finance at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship. 
• Interns may work up to 30 hours per week during the spring semester. 
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75. 
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid U.S. work authorization.

Critical Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Provide accurate data and reports that are pertinent to the team’s tasks.
• Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
• Communication: Listen effectively, transmit information accurately and understandably, and actively seek feedback from experienced engineers, project manager, etc.
• Dependability/Reliability: Follow through on commitments, timely delivery on projects, assigned tasks, etc.
• Flexibility: Willing to perform a wide range of tasks, positive responds to changes in direction and priorities, and acceptance of new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.

Personal Competencies:

• Customer Focus
• Technical Skills
• Peer Relationships
• Integrity and Trust
• Standing Alone
• Action Oriented
• Perseverance