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2027 Summer Engineering Intern

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Industrial Engineering Interns complete projects involving operational observations, data collection, work measurement, cost-benefit analysis, process improvement, operational planning, and the application of AI, automation, and data analytics. Interns collaborate across business units, solve problems, analyze data, and present completed projects to Industrial Engineering staff.
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Job Description:

Job Summary:

We are the obstacle overcomers, and problem get-arounders. From figuring it out, to getting it done, our culture demands "yes and how". We don’t only move packages, we move data, innovation and ideas. We are UPS... the United Problem Solvers!

An Industrial Engineering Intern at UPS works on targeted projects individually, or in small teams. Projects require operational observations, data collection, cross functional communication, and problem solving. All completed projects will be presented to the Industrial Engineering staff upon completion.


Responsibilities and Duties:

Projects include, but are not limited to:

  • Work Measurement in Master Standard Data (MSD)
  • Cost benefit analysis
  • Process improvement analysis 
  • Operational planning
  • Exploring and applying Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and data analytics tools to improve operational efficiency and support engineering initiatives

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Knowledge of Industrial Engineering and/or Engineering related discipline
  • Effective statistical analysis skills
  • Effective research and communication skills
  • Enthusiasm, idealism, creativity and dedication to getting results
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently
  • Ability to interact and communicate effectively across business units
  • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer
  • Employer will not sponsor a visa for this or future positions
  • Must be currently located in the same geographic location as the internship or willing to relocate yourself
  • Current student enrolled in a degreed college/university program, or recent graduate from a degreed college/university program within the past 24 months
  • Must be available to work 40 hours per week.

For Non-Union Intern/Co-Op Positions:

  • 401(k) retirement program – eligible at 90 days of employment
  • Personal time
  • Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program – eligible at 6 months of employment
  • Deadline to Apply: April 1, 2027

Employee Type:

Intern

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

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