Industrial Engineer Intern

About the Role

Industrial Engineers are integral to Boston Scientific’s continuous improvement strategy. The Industrial Engineering department works cross-functionally across the Arden Hills site to focus on value-add activities by eliminating waste and improving the flow of product, material and information during production processes, new product development phases and business processes. In this role, you would support the advancement of Lean by implementing innovative and sustainable solutions that eliminate waste and optimize value for our customers. This role follows an onsite work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least five days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive mentorship throughout project work to ensure consistent understanding and application of Lean on manufacturing lines, in business processes, and in the product development cycle.
• Support the development and implementation of projects intended to achieve year-over-year metric improvements in Safety, Ergonomics, Labor Efficiency, WIP, Cycle Time, and Floor Space.
• Understand, leverage, and sustain improvement of Lean principles, tools, and systems, including: Work Content Graph (line balancing), Standard Work, Standard WIP, Visual Staffing Plan, Variation Tracking, Equipment Capacity, 5S, 8 Wastes, Continuous Improvement System, and Kaizen.
• Collect and analyze data to guide decision-making.
• Identify and capture the value of projects in the Value Improvement Process (VIP).
• Coach others regarding concepts relevant to Industrial Engineering and Lean.
• Effectively facilitate Lean trainings.
• Assist Engineers with project scoping & feasibility studies, as well as continuous-improvement cross-functional projects to support the Plant.
• Support the management of layouts, incorporating ergonomic & safety guidelines.
• Align area layout plans to the site space planning strategy.
• Build relationships: Establish and maintain strong relationships internally and externally.
• Innovate: Leverage knowledge and best practices, fresh perspectives, and breakthrough ideas to advance area and site metrics.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Current rising junior or rising senior (grad dates between Dec 2027 - May 2029).
• Pursuing a Bachelors or higher degree in Industrial or Industrial & Systems Engineering.
• Must be able to start internship on May 17th or 24th, 2027 and work for 12 weeks.
• Must have reliable transportation to/from work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience working across teams and with people from various backgrounds.
• Experience facilitating projects, workshops, or leading efforts in work or extracurricular activities.
• Knowledgeable in Kaizan methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Note: Relocation and housing assistance may be available to those who meet eligibility criteria. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time.