ISE Internships at UPS

 INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER- FLEXIBLE LOCATION

Pleasantdale HubPrimary Location: 3930 Pleasantdale Road , MINNEAPOLIS, MN - United States, 55404Facility Pleasantdale HubJob ID 246555

Job Summary

UPS is recruiting for an Engineering Intern. The intern will work individually or on small teams to develop job methods and work measurement for specific internal UPS tasks or jobs. Intern will be trained in Time Measurement and Master Standard Data (MSD) in order to accurately and effectively perform measurement analysis. Completed projects will be presented to the Region Industrial Engineering staff at the end of the summer.

Application and main link: 

https://www.jobs-ups.com/job/duluth/industrial-engineer-flexible-location/1187/17382615

Responsibilities

• Develop process improvement and layout changes to increase productivity and profitability.
• Perform operational observation and process documentation.
• Create, analyze and apply original work measurement.
• Monitor and develop productivity standards for functional areas based on work measurement.
• Develop operational volume forecasts and present staffing plans to the IE team.
• Interact with cross-functional teams to resolve operational problems.
• Identify exceptions, formulate recommendations, and implement process improvements.
• Provide steady flow of information to management, customers, internal personnel, and direct reports as committed.
• Conduct cost benefit analysis on projects requiring capital expenses and document validation of findings.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of Industrial Engineering and or Engineering related discipline
• Effective statistical analysis skills
• Effective research and communication skills
• Effective with written and oral communications

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

DHS (Department of Homeland Security) Student Opportunities

 Now accepting applications for: 

 U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate

Office of University Programs

Professional Opportunities for the Student Workforce to Experience Research Program (HS-POWER)

 

Reference Code

DHS-POWER-2020-04

Description

·        Are you a student looking for a professional opportunity to learn about homeland security related research to enhance your research interests and career goals?

·        Do you want to learn from top scientists and subject matter experts in homeland security disciplines and areas of research?

·        Do you want to network with your peers and members of the academic and scientific communities in government facilities conducting research in DHS relevant areas?

If you answered “Yes”, to the above questions, the HS-POWER program is for you!

 

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors the Professional Opportunities for the Student Workforce to Experience Research Program (HS-POWER) for undergraduate and graduate students. HS-POWER is open to students majoring in a broad spectrum of homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines as well as DHS mission-relevant research areas.

As a participant in the HS-POWER Program, you will participate in quality research experiences with federal research facilities and other Homeland Security STEM focused entities nationwide either onsite or in a virtual environment. This experience will provide you with a competitive edge as you apply your education, talent and skills in a variety of settings within the DHS enterprise. Additionally, you will establish connections with DHS professionals that facilitate long-term relationships between yourself, researchers, DHS personnel and research facilities.

 

Benefits

·        Stipend:

• Undergraduate students receive a stipend of $600 per week;
• Graduate students receive a stipend of $700 per week.

·        For students participating onsite:

• Travel: Travel reimbursement for inbound and outbound expenses up to $1,000 for participants who live more than fifty miles, one-way, from the assigned hosting site.
• Housing Allowance: A housing allowance of $200/week is provided to participants who live more than fifty miles, one-way, from their assigned hosting facility and who are paying for housing while onsite. 

·        Due to COVID 19, some students may be required to participate virtually. In that case:

• A stipend supplement of $50 per week will be given to offset costs of remote participation.

Appointment Details

·        Appointments will be for 10 consecutive weeks.

• Start dates beginning in the time frame of late fall through summer 2021 are negotiated between participants, their assigned mentors/facilities, and ORISE. Factors such as class schedules, housing availability and facility schedules may be taken into consideration when determining appointment start and end dates.

·        Interns will be assigned to research projects and/or other technical activities under the guidance of a mentor.

·        Per week time commitment varies by location.

·        HS-POWER participants are required to have health insurance coverage during the appointment period and to provide proof of this coverage prior to the start of the appointment.

How to Apply:  Click https://bit.ly/HSPOWER20 to start your journey!

 

U.S. citizenship required

Previous program participants may apply.

Application deadline: October 30, 2020, 11:59 pm EST.

For questions please email us at dhsed@orau.org.

DHS has partnered with the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) to manage this program.