Summer Internship - Engineering (Crawfordsville, IN)

We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come for our customers, our communities, and our planet. 
 
Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.  
 
We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications. 

Program Overview & Location

 

Are you a driven and talented individual looking for the place to do your best work while developing into an impactful leader? Look no further than the Acuity Brands Internship Program! 

 

The Acuity Brands Internship Program is a 10–12-week experience (May – August, 40 hours/week) designed to develop high-potential candidates into marketing leaders through hands-on experiences that connect interns’ strengths and interests with the needs of the business. In addition to making an impact through your participation in key projects and transformative processes, you will have an opportunity to mentor and network with leaders throughout Acuity Brands.  

 

We prefer that interns only have one or two semesters left in their degree program so they can be considered for our Leadership Program immediately following the completion of the internship. Our Leadership Program is a full-time, entry-level rotational program that allows recent graduates to explore different areas within a functional area. These experiences enable young talent to grow their skill set and network within the company while figuring out what they are passionate about early in their careers.  

 

This role works onsite full time in Crawfordsville, IN.

Primary Responsibilities Include

 

While specific projects and activities vary during your internship, you can expect to: 

• Apply Lean tools including Identification and waste elimination in process.
• Develop and implement modified Standard Work.
• Design and implement assembly jigs.
• Work on smart cell upgrades to promote quality improvements including camera systems and cell capacity modeling.
• Update facility layouts – lighting layouts, camera layouts, changes due to equipment and cell moves.
• Participate in Kaizen events to improve cell productivity 

Qualifications

 

In addition to currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field from an accredited college or university, qualified interns will have: 

• Relevant internship or project experience.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Experience leading teams or organizations.
• Ability to move 50 pounds occasionally.

 

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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