Industrial Engineer Intern

• Collect and organize production data (output, downtime, scrap, labor, etc.).
• Use Excel or similar tools to summarize trends and present findings.
• Prepare simple presentations or reports explaining observations, data, and improvement recommendations.

• Communicate professionally with operators, supervisors, engineers, and managers.
• Participate in team meetings, improvement discussions, and plant activities as assigned.
• Learn basic problem‑solving methods through real applications.
• Maintain organized documentation of work and learning progress.

• Follow all plant safety rules, environmental requirements, and quality standards.
• Perform work in a way that supports operator safety and process stability.
• Immediately report any observed safety risks to supervision.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

• Currently pursuing a degree in: Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Available to work a consistent hourly schedule based on plant needs.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or process improvement concepts.
• Ability to work in a production environment (standing, walking, observing operations).

• Coursework or exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering tools.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, tables).
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn by doing.

• Curious and observant mindset
• Comfortable asking questions and engaging on the shop floor
• Organized and detail‑oriented
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Positive attitude toward hands‑on work

• Hourly role with defined responsibilities and learning objectives
• Direct supervision and mentoring from a Continuous Improvement Manager
• Exposure to real‑world manufacturing operations and improvement work
• Opportunity to complete at least one defined improvement project during the internship

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow.

Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5.

FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com