About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in a professional environment. You will join a team to research, develop, and present solutions that directly impact our business operations and customer experience. Throughout the summer, you will participate in networking and community service events while gaining exposure to real-world engineering projects.
What you'll do#
- Support engineering initiatives through data analysis, process optimization, workflow mapping, and automation projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify operational inefficiencies.
- Develop and implement solutions to improve logistics and day-to-day operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support team goals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university, or graduation within the last 6 months.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Preferred enrollment in a bachelor's or master's program in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related quantitative field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with various business units and management levels.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing changing priorities.
- Preferred knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, data analytics, systems integration, workflow mapping, and root cause analysis.
Location & details#
- Locations: Memphis, Tennessee, or Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 through August 13, 2027).
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week for 10 weeks.
- Modality: Hybrid (onsite Monday through Thursday, remote on Fridays).
- Compensation: $25 per hour for undergraduate students and $30 per hour for graduate students.
- Relocation: A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles. Candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius of the work location or be willing to relocate.
- Note: Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
About FedEx
FedEx provides transportation, e-commerce, and supply chain services on a global scale. Founded in 1973, the company manages logistics and package delivery operations across its international network. It is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. The organization employs over 212,000 people.
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