Job Posting Title

Summer Intern

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Summer Operations Intern to join our team at our Oxford Forge in Oxford, Michigan. This cross-functional internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple critical areas of manufacturing operations: Supply Chain Management (SCM), Manufacturing, Maintenance, Engineering, and Finance.
The ideal candidate is a current college student with a strong interest in manufacturing, operations, and industrial processes. You will work directly with department leaders and the Plant Manager on real projects that impact plant performance, efficiency, and cost control.

Job Description:

As a Cross-Functional Summer Intern, you will rotate through and support the following departments:

Manufacturing & Production

• Assist with production floor observations, time studies, and process mapping
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S audits, and continuous improvement projects
• Track key performance metrics such as OEE, downtime, scrap rates, and yield
• Help update standard work instructions and visual management tools

Maintenance

• Support preventive maintenance scheduling and tracking
• Assist in equipment reliability analysis and downtime root cause investigations
• Participate in maintenance planning and parts inventory organization

Engineering

• Help with CAD drawing reviews, process improvement layouts, and tooling documentation
• Support engineering change orders and new product introduction activities
• Participate in equipment capability studies and process validation

Supply Chain Management (SCM)

• Assist with inventory accuracy audits and cycle counts
• Support raw material and finished goods tracking
• Analyze supplier performance data and material flow opportunities

Finance

• Help prepare cost analysis reports and variance tracking
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting support activities
• Participate in month-end close support and labor cost reporting

Plant Manager Support

• Prepare data visualizations and PowerPoint presentations for leadership meetings
• Coordinate cross-departmental projects and follow up on action items
• Conduct special projects and ad-hoc analysis as assigned

Required Skills and Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, charts, formulas) and PowerPoint
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and contribute

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we’re Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.

AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.