Industrial Engineering Intern

MSI Express
Portage, US
On-site

Job Description

MSI Express is a single-source contract manufacturing and packaging company, delivering innovative engineering solutions from our strategically located network of manufacturing facilities.

Internship Details

  • Duration: 3 months (Summer 2026)
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Location: Portage, IN, with potential visits to other Chicagoland facilities
  • Pay: $18.00 - $20.00
  • Benefits: This role is not eligible for benefits

Work Environment: Workstation based in Batavia, with opportunities to visit various production sites to observe and document processes.

Final Project: Interns will build a presentation for upper management covering their internship experience, projects worked on, changes made, results achieved, and recommendations for improvement.

MSI Express Summer Internship Program: Engineering Intern

MSI Express is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive student to join our summer internship program, focusing on process optimization, documentation development, and startup efficiency for manufacturing projects. This paid internship provides hands-on experience in engineering, operations, and continuous improvement within a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Why Choose MSI Express?

  • Real-World Problem Solving: Work directly on continuous improvement projects and equipment installations that impact production efficiency.
  • Technical Development: Gain experience in equipment commissioning, process optimization, and manufacturing best practices.
  • Collaborative Environment: Engage with experienced engineers and production teams to develop practical solutions for manufacturing challenges.

Internship Focus Areas

As an Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in:

  • Project Startup & Optimization: Assist in the startup and optimization of manufacturing lines, focusing on efficiency and throughput improvements.
  • Technical Documentation Development: Support the development of work instructions, centerline documents, and process improvement plans.
  • Performance Analysis: Monitor and assess production throughput and operational efficiency for new product lines.

What We Look For

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Interest in process engineering, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with engineering and operations teams.
  • Currently enrolled in an Engineering, Manufacturing, or related academic program.
  • Strong technical aptitude and attention to detail.

Apply today and join our rapidly growing team!

  • Inc. 5000 #124 fastest growing company in the Midwest. (2025)
  • Inc. 5000 #10 fastest growing company in the Midwest. (2022)
  • Inc. 5000 #165 fastest growing company in the Midwest. (2021)
  • Inc. 5000 #1,085 fastest growing company in the USA. (2023)
  • Inc. 5000 #622 fastest growing company in the USA. (2022)
  • Inc. 5000 #479 fastest growing company in the USA. (2021)

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

Process optimizationDocumentation developmentStartup efficiencyEquipment commissioningManufacturing best practicesProblem-solvingAnalytical skillsCollaborative environmentPractical solutionsManufacturingEngineeringOperationsContinuous improvement

Salary

$18,000 - $20,000

year

Level

intern

Posted

5/5/2026

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