IE Internship Program Information for Students
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An internship is a career-related work experience that integrates classroom theory with "real world" practical experience. Participation in an internship provides important insight into specific companies and positions, and also allows for excellent networking opportunities!
Student Responsibilities and Expectations:- Only apply to positions that you are able to fulfill to completion
- Maintain professional quality, effort and enthusiasm throughout your experience
- Familiarize yourself with company policies and procedures, and be sure to follow them
- Work up to 20 hours per quarter during Autumn, Winter and Spring quarters; work up to 40 hours during Summer quarter
- Maintain high academic performance as specified in the IE Continuation Policy
- Complete a quick survey regarding your overall experience and the internship process
Lean Implementations
Work Sampling (time and motion studies)
Data Collection and Analysis
Quality Control
Six Sigma
Reliability and Safety
Experiment Design
Layout
Simulation
Usability
Scheduling
Inventory Management and Control
Material Handling
Operations Research
Database Management
Human Factors and Ergonomics
Engineering Economy (cost/benefit analysis)
General
And the following skills levels:
Employers grade internships on four levels to provide the best possible match. You should determine your skill level from the key below, and only apply to internships that match your skill level(s). Keep in mind that some students may have a lower overall skill level, but have specific coursework that is relevant to a particular position (A sophomore who has taken Human Factors, for instance). Use your discretion and apply to positions for which you believe you are legitimately qualified.
- Level 1 - Lower level student with an interest in industrial engineering Typically freshmen and sophomores who have completed some or all of the IE admission prerequisites.
- Level 2 - Lower level student with some industrial engineering background Typically sophomores and juniors who may have completed some IE coursework such as IE 250, 315, 337, and possibly 310. May also include students who have some relevant engineering work experience, but who have not yet completed IE coursework.
- Level 3 - Significant industrial engineering coursework Typically juniors and seniors who have completed one or more years of IE coursework, including IE core courses (IE 250, 310, 311, 315, 316), and possibly additional IE technical electives.
- Level 4 - Significant industrial engineering coursework plus previous work experience Typically juniors and seniors who have held previous engineering-related internship(s), and/or have completed IE core courses (IE 250, 310, 311, 315, 316), and some additional IE technical electives.
- Login to the IE internship website
- Locate positions that are relevant to your interests and skill level
- Submit your resume and/or cover letter to the company contact listed for your specific position(s)
