Smith Industries designs and manufactures engineered process equipment and utility infrastructure solutions serving the Oil & Gas, Data Center, Utility, and Industrial markets across North America.
We are seeking motivated Mechanical and Industrial Engineering students who want hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is not a desk-only internship. Students will spend time in the engineering office, on the shop floor, and alongside operational leaders working on real projects that directly impact production, quality, efficiency, and customer delivery.
What You Will Do
Support manufacturing and production engineering initiatives
Assist with process improvement and continuous improvement projects
Review engineering documentation, drawings, and bills of material (BOMs)
Support production planning, scheduling, and project execution activities
Assist with material tracking, reporting, and operational metrics
Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing teams
Participate in shop-floor problem solving and root cause analysis
Contribute to projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance
What We Are Looking For
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in:
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Or a related engineering discipline
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard engineering software tools
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Interest in manufacturing, fabrication, operations, project management, or continuous improvement
Willingness to spend time both in an office and manufacturing environment
What You Will Learn
Participants will gain practical exposure to:
Manufacturing Operations
Continuous Improvement & Lean Principles
Production Planning & Scheduling
Material Management & Supply Chain
Quality Systems & Process Control
Project Management
Engineering Documentation & Design Support
Executive Leadership and Cross-Functional Decision Making
Why Smith Industries?
At Smith Industries, interns and co-op students work on meaningful projects alongside experienced engineers and operational leaders. You will gain firsthand exposure to the challenges and opportunities involved in building critical infrastructure that powers communities across North America.