About the role#
As a Process Engineering Intern at CMC, you will gain hands-on experience in the steel and construction reinforcement industries. You will work alongside our team to support manufacturing processes and contribute to improvement initiatives. This role requires you to be on-site in Magnolia, Arkansas, for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Cross-train across the department to build skills in industrial and engineering technologies.
- Conduct and analyze time and motion studies.
- Document, report, and suggest process changes.
- Collaborate with leadership to improve and sustain existing workflows.
- Create, review, and update process flow layouts.
- Identify and recommend cost-saving opportunities related to process, quality, and safety.
- Complete and present a final report or presentation on an improvement project.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a similar field (Junior or Senior level preferred).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping is preferred.
- Ability to work in varying weather and temperature conditions.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Physical ability to bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, and reach.
Location & details#
- Location: Magnolia, Arkansas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time (40-hour work weeks). Flexibility for overtime, including weekends and holidays, is required.
- Status: Paid internship.
About CMC
CMC operates in the metals industry with a focus on recycling, fabrication, and distribution. The company provides building materials and construction solutions. Founded in 1915, it is a public company based in Irving, Texas. The organization employs more than 10,000 people.
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