Continuous Improvement Intern (Lean Manufacturing)

Location: Bedford, Massachusetts, United States; onsite. Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., from June through August 2027.

Salary: $20-$30 per hour, dependent on overall qualifications.

Company

hirify.global uses advanced science to enable technologies and promotes collaborative, values-driven work centered on People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence.

What you will do

• Provide Lean training and support 5S and safety audits.
• Facilitate Gemba walks and participate in Kaizen workshops and documentation.
• Maintain and support Tier 1 Boards, including questions and data.
• Maintain schedule-adherence data and assist with root cause analysis.
• Support productivity savings projects.

Requirements

• Must be a currently enrolled second-year student in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or industrial management.
• Six months of experience using Lean tools.
• Available for a 12-14-week assignment and 40 hours per week from June through August 2027.
• Must be familiar with the university's requirements for participating in a co-op program.
• Desired graduation year: 2029.
• hirify.global sponsorship must not be required now or in the future, including H-1B, TN, or STEM OPT sponsorship.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas and participate in decision-making.
• Values-driven culture focused on People, Accountability, Creativity, and Excellence.
• Benefits and total rewards intended to support career development, health, and financial security.

Hiring process

• Applicants must meet the enrollment, co-op participation, availability, and sponsorship eligibility requirements.