Industrial Engineering Intern

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  Read more at www.dsv.com 

Location: [[Aurora, IL]] 

Division: [[Solutions]] 
Job Posting Title: [[Industrial Engineering Intern]] 
Time Type: [[Hourly]]

SUMMARY

The Industrial Engineering Intern will work on targeted projects individually or in small teams. Projects may require operational observations, data collection/analysis, cross functional communication and problem solving. All projects and tasks will be presented to Engineering management upon completion and a broader leadership group for their major assigned project. The internship will include assignments on challenging and industry-specific projects and tasks that a traditional Industrial Engineer would support in a warehouse environment, as well the opportunity to network with organizational leaders, colleagues, and peers.

The Industrial Engineering Intern will provide support with the day-to-day operation and project-based assignments. Focus will be on continuous improvement and business optimization for operations.

This position requires attention to detail, analytical abilities, a creative mind to invent solutions to improve quality and internal process related to information sharing, data analysis, etc.   

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and equipment
• Apply statistical methods and perform mathematical calculations to determine workflow processes, staff requirements, and production standards
• Draft and design layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency, using drafting and computer applications.
• Evaluate material handling equipment requirements as needed
• Conduct observations and time studies on warehouse floor to create engineered standards / rate development
• Assist in developing project scopes, specifications and estimates as needed
• Participate in process improvement initiatives
• Aid in special projects
• Performs other duties as required

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

LOCATION

• Must reside within daily commuting distance of advertised internship location
• DSV is seeking local market internship candidates (or candidates that are local during the timing of the summer internship {05/28/2024-08/09/2024})
• Please note: no temporary housing accommodations for this internship

 

Skills

• Communicate effectively in both written and oral form
• Ability to work with basic engineering and mathematical concepts and principles, applying them to practical situations
• Ability to use computers, systems, and software applications to enter data and process/maintain information in written and electronic form.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

 

 

 

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum GPA requirement of 3.0

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree Program/ recently graduated

• Industrial Engineering or another related major
• In Sophomore year or greater

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

 

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

 

Computer Skills

• Advanced skill in MS Office primarily Word, PowerPoint and Excel (including Excel pivot tables and formulas).
• Familiar with Warehouse Management Software (WMS)
• AutoCAD or similar CAD software experience preferred
• MS Visio experience preferred

 

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

           

Mathematical Skills

• Intermediate to advanced

 

Other

• Analytical Skills
• Effective communication skills
• Self-starter
• Deta