About the role#
As a Process Engineer Intern, you will work on large-scale projects to drive continuous improvement. You will use Lean principles to identify opportunities for enhancement and collaborate with operations teams to implement changes. This role involves partnering with leaders across the organization to learn about the business and identifying creative ways to solve problems.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with store teams and management to understand critical processes.
- Streamline existing processes to improve efficiency.
- Conduct facility planning and work measurements, such as time studies.
- Assist with production planning and inventory control.
- Manage and support engineering documentation.
- Influence stakeholders to implement impactful changes.
What you'll need#
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to conduct root cause analysis to solve problems.
- Capability to analyze complex situations objectively.
- Skill in making well-informed recommendations through clear communication.
- Top-caliber critical thinking skills and an intensely curious personality.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- The role is based on-site in Richmond, Virginia.
- This position follows a rolling term structure.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
About CarMax
CarMax operates as a public company in the retail sector. Founded in 1993, the business focuses on the sale of used cars. It maintains its headquarters in Richmond, Virginia. The organization employs over 17,000 people across its operations.
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