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Carboline is looking for motivated, curious, and driven students to join our team for an unforgettable summer internship experience! This immersive 12-week program (Anticipated: May 17, 2027 - August 6, 2027), offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience, build lasting connections, and make a meaningful impact-all before heading back to campus.\nJoin our dynamic team at the Green Bay Plant as a Lean Manufacturing Intern, where you’ll work directly under the guidance of the Plant Manager to drive impactful change across our operations. This internship offers hands-on experience in lean principles, data-driven problem solving, and process optimization. You’ll be part of a fast-paced environment focused on eliminating waste, improving efficiency, and supporting key improvement initiatives that make a real difference on the production floor.\nWhat You’ll Gain:\nMeaningful, hands-on experience working on impactful projects that contribute to Carboline’s success.\nExposure to cross-functional collaboration and insight into how a global organization operates.\nProfessional development opportunities, including mentorship from experienced leaders.\nA chance to enhance your skills and apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.\nParticipation inteam-building activities and a workplace culture that values innovation, integrity, and growth.\nMinimum Requirements:\nCurrently pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field. Preferred: completed of 30 credit hours.\nAvailable to work 30-40 hours per week from May through August.\nStrong communication, organization, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.\nA proactive attitude and willingness to learn.\nPhysical Requirements:\nExpect light physical activity and extended computer use (up to 8 hours/day).\nOccasional visits to the production floor will require proper footwear and PPE.\nMust be able to lift/move up to 15 pounds as needed.\nOccasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; noise level is typically moderate.\nStudents must have housing arrangements in or near Green Bay, WI for the summer, as housing allowance is not provided.\nEssential Functions:\nSpot inefficiencies and gather data to guide smarter resource allocation.\nJoin in on daily improvement huddles and contribute fresh ideas. \nSupport Focused Improvement Team (FIT) events - including Level 3 Kaizen initiatives. \nHelp with event prep and follow-up, ensuring momentum and results. \nTrack cost savings from your improvement efforts and celebrate the wins. \nBrainstorm and implement performance-boosting ideas that enhance productivity, communication, and execution. \nApply Lean Six Sigma problem solving tools to help analyze and mitigate a wide range of issues of varying complexity.\nTake on special projects and jump into new challenges as they arise. \nChampion Carboline’s commitment to safety and quality by adhering to all relevant policies and procedures.\nWho We Are:\nCarboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world. Carboline has been ranked a top workplace, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously.\nCarboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.6 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM’s market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world. If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.\nWhat We Offer:\nWe offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions. Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential, and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan and a retirement pension plan. Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. 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