Student - Logistics

Cummins Inc.

Posted 10 days ago

Internship

Florence, Kentucky

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The role involves supporting manufacturing and operations initiatives by applying industrial engineering principles to drive continuous improvement and process optimization. You will collaborate across various functional teams to analyze operational performance, develop standard work, and implement practical solutions to business challenges.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a related field with an operations emphasis. You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Industrial Engineering

Operations

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job Description

We are looking for a talented School to Work – Logistics/ Industrial Engineering to join our Cummins Drivetrain & Braking Systems Team in Florence, KY beginning in January 2027. This full-time, onsite role provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting manufacturing and operations initiatives while applying industrial engineering principles in a dynamic environment. 

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: 

  • Drive Continuous Improvement by supporting process improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and productivity throughout operations.  
  • Analyze Operational Performance by collecting, organizing, and interpreting data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.  
  • Support Manufacturing Excellence by assisting with workflow analysis, capacity planning, standard work development, and facility optimization projects.  
  • Collaborate Across Functions by partnering with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Logistics teams to achieve business objectives.  
  • Apply Engineering Principles by participating in problem-solving activities and implementing practical solutions to operational challenges.  
  • Contribute to Project Success by supporting project planning, execution, documentation, and presentation of recommendations to stakeholders.  
  • Enhance Process Documentation by creating and maintaining reports, work instructions, and process improvement records. 

Responsibilities

To be successful in this role, you will need the following: 

  • Communication Skills by effectively collaborating with team members and presenting information in a clear and professional manner.  
  • Problem-Solving Ability by analyzing issues, identifying root causes, and recommending practical solutions.  
  • Analytical Thinking by interpreting data and using insights to support operational decision-making.  
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency with experience using Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for analysis, reporting, and presentations.  
  • Organization & Time Management by balancing multiple responsibilities and meeting project deadlines.  
  • Adaptability & Initiative by demonstrating curiosity, learning quickly, and contributing in a fast-paced environment.  
  • Teamwork & Professionalism through strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to collaboration. 

Education: 

  • Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Industrial Engineering. 
  • Students pursuing a related program with an emphasis in Operations may also be considered. 
  • Must be enrolled in an accredited degree program during the duration of the assignment. 

Experience: 

  • Prior internship, co-op, project, research, leadership, or extracurricular experience is preferred but not required. 
  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications is preferred. 
  • Exposure to manufacturing, operations, lean principles, process improvement, or data analysis is a plus. 

Qualifications

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Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

Cummins Inc.

At Cummins, we empower everyone to grow their careers through meaningful work, building inclusive and equitable teams, coaching, development and opportunities to make a difference. Across our entire organization, you'll find engineers, developers, and technicians who are innovating, designing, testing, and building. You'll also find accountants, marketers, as well as manufacturing, quality and supply chain specialists who are working with technology that's just as innovative and advanced. From your first day at Cummins, we’re focused on understanding your talents, current skills and future goals – and creating a plan to get you there. Your journey begins with planning your development and connecting to diverse experiences designed to spur innovation. From our internships to our senior leadership roles, we attract, hire and reward the best and brightest from around the world and look to them for new ideas and fresh perspectives. Learn more about #LifeAtCummins at cummins.com/careers.
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