Industrial Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 - Smyrna, TN

Industrial Engineering Intern

Location(s): Smyrna, TN

Job Schedule: Full-time

Degree Level: Undergraduate or Graduate

Preferred Degree: Industrial Engineering

Sponsorship: No

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We are currently looking for an Industrial Engineering Intern to join our team in Smyrna, TN.

A Day in the Life:

• Assist in time studies, work measurement, and line balancing to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Support layout planning and workstation design to enhance ergonomics and workflow.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, and Maintenance to implement lean manufacturing principles.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Document standard operating procedures (SOPs) and update process documentation.
• Utilize tools such as AutoCAD, Excel, and simulation software to model and evaluate process changes.
• Conduct a project to research AI automation options for business processes within the IE department.
• Present findings and recommendations to engineering and operations leadership.

Who We're Looking for:

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate/graduate degree program in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and time study techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with AutoCAD or similar tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Self-starter with a passion for manufacturing and process optimization.
• 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 Smyrna, TN.

What You'll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Connection and Collaboration: 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.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan's rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms, and leadership trainings.

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.

It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

Nissan for everyone

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.