Industrial Engineering Intern

About the role

DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page. ______________________________________________________________________ Position Overview: As an Industrial Engineering Intern at DigiKey, you will work alongside Engineering team members to improve and define distribution processes and Engineered Labor Standards. This internship is located in DigiKey’s corporate headquarters in Thief River Falls, MN and will require regular onsite attendance. Local housing is provided for interns. Responsibilities: Assist with day-to-day tasks and projects in our highly automated warehouse system Utilize industrial engineering best practices in equipment, process, and human factor analysis Focus on human interfacing aspects of process and systems Observe, document, and time study processes to help define engineered standards Identify and implement process improvements and waste reduction Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions  Collaborate with team members on various projects and initiatives  Maintain organized records of work and project files   Gain practical experience in the assigned department  Develop a deeper understanding of DigiKey and how it operates   Improve business skills such communication, project management, data analysis, etc.  Build a professional network within the industry     Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: A rising Junior or Senior currently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or related field. Be willing to take the initiative, working independently and collaboratively  Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills including average to above-average computer ability  Demonstrating a positive, collaborative approach is important in this role Tools/Systems/Software: Full Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams and Outlook Time Studies and Ergonomics (preferred) Physical Requirements: Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse and screen Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body Compensation: The base pay range for this position is determined based on a candidate’s relevant experience and their most recently completed year of undergraduate education and/or the graduate program (Masters/PhD) they are pursuing. For undergraduate applicants, the base pay range is $21.00 to $23.00. For graduate applicants, the base pay rate is $26.00 for applicants pursuing a Masters degree and $29.00 for those pursuing a PhD. ______________________________________________________________________ Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity. DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and to apply and be considered for open positions. If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal