Manufacturing Quality Engineer Intern - 2027 Summer Internship

The role is intended to start in Summer 2027

Work Location: This role has an on-site working model, with the employee working four (4) days a week in the office, located in Coon Rapids, MN.

What You’ll Work On

This isn’t a “watch and learn” internship—you’ll own projects and see them through.

You’ll focus on improving inspection and quality processes across key manufacturing work centers, including:

• Optimize Inspection Requirements

  • Identify and eliminate inspection-related waste

  • Evaluate current inspection methods, notes, and capabilities
  • Conduct studies to validate and improve process effectiveness

• Drive Process Improvement

  • Recommend practical upgrades to inspection capabilities
  • Support Lean initiatives and Continuous Improvement (CIF) projects
  • Select and lead a few improvement projects from start to finish

• Simplify & Improve Documentation

  • Audit and streamline ~500 controlled documents (Work Instructions/JIs)
  • Reduce duplication and consolidate overlapping content
  • Use tools (including AI, if you’re savvy!) to modernize documentation

• Gain Shop Floor Experience

  • Work directly with operators, engineers, and quality teams
  • See how your ideas translate into real-world improvements

What Makes This Internship Different

We believe internships should be meaningful, engaging, and fun. You’ll be part of a structured internship program designed to help you grow professionally and personally:

• Lunch & Learns with input from leaders across the business
• Intern Networking & Engagement Events
• Off-site social activities with fellow interns
• Exposure to real business challenges and decision-making
• Opportunities to present your work and impact

What We’re Looking For

• Pursuing a Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related degree
• Completed at least 1 year of college coursework
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Interest in manufacturing, quality, and continuous improvement
• Comfortable working both independently and on the shop floor
• Bonus: strong writing skills or interest in improving documentation (especially using digital tools or AI)

Why Apply?

✔ Work on projects that actually matter
✔ Gain real manufacturing and shop floor experience
✔ Build skills in Lean, Quality, and Continuous Improvement
✔ Make a visible impact that goes beyond the internship
✔ Be part of a supportive, engaging intern community