2025 Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Grand Rapids, MI

We are seeking a motivated 2025 Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Grand Rapids, MI to assist in the various phases of our product launch process. This role offers a unique opportunity to consult on system processes, influence continuous improvement of the product development system. 

What You Will Be Doing: 

• Improvement activities on the PD&L process from product exploration phase through product launch.  
• Less hands on and more focus on the high-level process for improvement opportunities.  
• System Process Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and optimize system processes, ensuring efficiency and quality. 
• Design for Manufacturability: Work closely with product design teams to offer feedback and suggestions that enhance manufacturability and streamline production. 
• Process Documentation: Assist in creating and maintaining detailed process documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and design specifications. 
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in projects focused on continuous improvement, contributing to Steelcase’s commitment to innovation and excellence. 

Your Future Team: 

You will be joining a team of tight knit Manufacturing Engineering specialists, who range from early career professionals to seasoned experts in the field. Your team will be located in both corporate and manufacturing plant environments, and you will work cross-functionally to obtain best results. 

Who You Are: 

• Do you love puzzles and enjoy figuring out how things work or why they fail? 
• Are you someone who loves turning creative ideas into real-world solutions? 
• Do you find joy in spotting even the tiniest details others might miss? 
• Do you thrive when working with a team to bring big ideas to life? 
• Can you easily roll with the punches in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment? 
• Are you driven by the satisfaction of seeing your hard work make a real impact? 
• Is manufacturing more than just a job for you—it's your passion? 
• Do you have an insatiable curiosity and a love for learning new things? 
• Are you committed to making the world a better place through sustainable practices? 
• Do you see yourself as a future leader, ready to take the reins and drive innovation? 
• Are you both analytical and able to build relationships with a broad range of people? 
• Do you enjoy working both independently and with a team in a variety of work environments? 

Required Skills and Competencies 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation. 
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, product development. 
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and tools is a plus.  
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across different disciplines. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment. 
• Previous internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, engineering, or packaging is a plus but not required. 
• Understanding of LEAN principles 
• Previous SAP knowledge preferred 
• Advanced Excel skills 
• Preferred Education: Sophomore or Junior pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering.  

Preferred Skills and Competencies 

• Basic proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office 
• Reliable transportation, many of our sites do not have public transportation available 
• Process mapping for enterprise solutions  

Why People Choose to Work with Us:   

At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.  

As a Steelcase intern, you will gain real-world, hands-on experience and be treated as an equal member of the team from day one. You will be welcomed into a family network that extends beyond your business function into an interdisciplinary network of experts in their fields.  

Who We Are: 

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens. 

What Matters to Us: 

More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com.   

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years.   

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