Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering Intern, Material Flow (P-4938)

10x Genomics

Posted 12 days ago

Internship

Pleasanton, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will study and optimize the material flow and handling for the Xenium instrument production process. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements that increase manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

You are a current undergraduate student who has completed at least your second year, ideally in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering. You are eager to learn and apply methodologies like 5S and gain experience with CAD software for 10-12 weeks during Summer 2026.

Must Have Skills for ATS

AutoCad

5S methodology

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering Intern to join the Manufacturing Systems Engineering department for the Summer of 2026. The Manufacturing Systems Engineering group designs and implements equipment for the production of instruments and consumables here at the 10x manufacturing facility. In this 10-12 week internship, the intern will study the material flow and handling of all of the parts for the instrument production process. The intern will then execute on the improvements to make the manufacturing flow and handling for efficient production.

This internship offers an opportunity to learn how to lay out the workflow of a production line to increase efficiency, learn how to identify bottlenecks in a process, and learn and apply the 5S methodology. The intern will also gain experience with drafting robust work instructions and test methods, as well as develop experience in CAD software like AutoCad.

What you will be doing:

  • Study the material flow and handling of all of the parts for the Xenium instrument production process and find areas for improvement. 
  • Execute on the improvements to make the manufacturing flow and handling for efficient production. 
  • Collaborate with the warehouse team, manufacturing, MSE, and procurement to optimize material flow for instruments.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Current student who has completed at least their second year of undergraduate degree. Ideally Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Able to commit to a full-time internship program for 10-12 weeks during summer of 2026
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges

Below is the base pay range for this position.  The actual base pay will depend on several factors unique to each candidate, including one’s skills, qualifications, and experience.  Unless otherwise required by law, this role is not eligible for 10x’s health benefit program.  During the hiring process, your 10x recruiter can share more information about the Company’s compensation and benefits.

Pay Range$33—$38 USD

About 10x Genomics

At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world.

We enable scientists to advance their research, allowing them to address scientific questions they did not even know they could ask. Our tools have enabled fundamental discoveries across biology including cancer, immunology, and neuroscience.

Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference. 

Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.

Please be aware of recruitment scams impersonating 10x Genomics. All recruiting communication will come from email addresses @10xgenomics.com. We also want to encourage you to apply to 10x Genomics positions directly on our careers site, Careers.10xgenomics.com or from reputable third party sites, such as LinkedIn or Indeed.  We will never request payment or sensitive personal information during the recruiting process.

10x Genomics

Cells are the basic unit of life. They power everything we do, and unlocking their secrets is the key to advancing our knowledge of every facet of biology, from development to disease. Our single cell, spatial, and in situ tools enable researchers to answer pressing questions about cells and their functional contributions to oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and much more—as evidenced by more than 5,500 publications citing our technology. We are dedicated to building the best products, delivering the best customer experience, and creating the best team to fuel new scientific discovery, no matter how challenging. And we won’t stop until all of the cells’ secrets are revealed.

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