Industrial Engineer Intern

About us

At Viasat, the work you do helps people stay connected in ways that matter, from everyday moments to critical missions across air, land, sea, and space.

We're a place for people who are curious, bold, and motivated by meaningful work. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and grow your career in ways that align with your interests and goals. When you're ready to take on something new, you'll find leaders who support your development and help you turn your ambition into action.

What you'll do

As an Industrial Engineer (IE) Intern at Viasat, you are joining a growing and dynamic group within the Operational Excellence team. In this role, you will play a key part in analyzing and improving the performance of manufacturing lines. Your primary tool will be Discrete Event Analysis using ProModel. Partnering with a Senior Industrial or Lean Practitioner as needed, you will identify inefficiencies, design data-driven solutions, and implement process improvements to drive operational excellence. You will work on optimizing workflows, minimizing waste, and enhancing overall productivity while contributing to Lean initiatives that foster a culture of continuous improvement. This role provides an opportunity to directly impact the success of the organization while building your technical expertise and problem-solving skills.

The day-to-day

Your daily responsibilities will include gathering and analyzing manufacturing data, running simulations in ProModel, identifying areas for improvement, and presenting your findings. Expect to engage with cross-functional teams to collect data, explain insights, and support the implementation of solutions. Solutions in scope include floor layout, resource optimization, flow design, line balancing, visual management, and many other factory-level optimizations from best practices found in Lean/TPS, 6Sigma, Agile, TOC, and more.

From on-the-floor observations, to fire-fighting escalations, to supplier assessment, your work will focus on driving efficiency and supporting the seamless operations of Viasat's most critical manufacturing lines. Each day will offer new opportunities to learn, innovate, and make a measurable impact.

Internship Program Details

• Viasat's internship program is site-based. Site‑based employees work 3+ days (60%+) per week from a Viasat office or work location within a standard five‑day work week. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams.

• To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including role, location, and degree level. Intern compensation is non-negotiable.

• Housing assistance is available pending eligibility.

What you'll need

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Change Management, Continuous Improvement or a related field.

• Internship Dates: You must be available to work 40 hours/week for the full duration of the internship program. Limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two cohort options based on semester and quarter academic calendars:

• Cohort 1: May 17, 2027 - August 6, 2027

• Cohort 2: June 21, 2027 - September 10, 2027

• Citizenship: This position requires U.S. Citizenship.

• Additional:

• Exposure to Discrete Event Simulation and preferably ProModel

• Proven ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiences with professional poise and business maturity

• Proven ability to own and lead change implementation

• Broad understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and other Industrial Engineering methodologies

• Mindfulness and personal charisma to earn respect and influence decisions

What will help you on the job

• Advanced-level MS Office skills (primarily Excel and Visio)
• Experience with Minitab or equivalent statistical analysis SW
• Self-learning and inquisitive mindset
• Outgoing and collaborative nature
• Resiliency and determination

Salary range

$20.91 - $56.97 / hourly. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $25.96 - $67.07/ hourly

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.

EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.