Internship - 2026 Statistics Intern (Masters) - Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG)

Job Description:

Internship - 2026 Statistics Intern (Masters) - Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG)

The role of the Statistics Intern is intended to start in Summer 2026.

Interns work on projects that represent real challenges faced by 3M's business units and mirror the work conducted by full-time members of the department. Through networking and corporate-sponsored events, interns are exposed to many facets of 3M.

An internship is a temporary position within 3M. Interns typically work a full-time schedule throughout a 10-12 week assignment. This position is limited to working 899 hours per service credit year.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military environments to a 3M career.

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

About the Transportation & Electronics Business Group

In 3M’s Transportation & Electronics Business Group, we are solving tough customer challenges to advance a connected world. We focus on a diverse range of products across different industry verticals like Automotive, Aerospace, Electronics, Semiconductor, Data Center, and Energy. Come be a part of what is next.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an Statistician Intern in our Transportation & Electronics Business Group (TEBG), you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

· Gaining hands-on experience by working on projects that represent real challenges

· Taking advantage of initial and ongoing training opportunities and exposure to senior leadership

· Developing and displaying effective project management skills

Each internship will differ based on the team where the intern is placed. Projects can include any or all the following focus areas:

· Continuous Improvement: Assist with Product and Process Improvement Projects by leveraging your statistical expertise

· Execution and Project Management: Developing a statistical tool playbook, customer satisfaction evaluation

· Coaching: Coach Product development teams on use of appropriate tools (ANOVA, Regression Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, etc.)

· Business Data & Analytics: data analytics tools and methodologies; data visualization; predictive modeling; data-driven decision making

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

· Currently pursuing a Masters of Statistics, or higher, from an accredited institution

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

· Previously obtained a Bachelor’s degree, or higher, from an accredited institution

· Completed a minimum of two semester by the start of the internship

· Current cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Work location:

· St. Paul, Minnesota

This Role has on-site working model, with the employee working at least four (4) days a week in the office at 3M Center, located in Maplewood, MN. Maplewood, MN is primary location. However, potential for other locations across the US.

3M provides eligible interns with a housing and transportation stipend in accordance with current policy.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

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