# Industrial Engineering Co-Op - Spring 2027 at Flex - Company: Flex - Location: Orangeburg, SC - Type: Internship ยท Internship - Posted: 2026-09-06 - Apply: https://flextronics.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/USA-SC-Orangeburg/Industrial-Engineering-Co-Op---Fall-2026_WD226357 - Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/industrial-engineering-co-op-spring-2027-55d3124a ## Summary by newgrad.ai What you'll do: - Streamline fulfillment operations by examining material movement, packing, and delivery workflows. - Enhance server production and quality through assembly line and testing improvements. - Review operational metrics to spot inefficiencies and recommend fixes. - Redesign workstation configurations for better efficiency. - Create documentation and procedures for standardized processes. - Work across departments implementing continuous improvement and quality frameworks. What they're looking for: - Junior or Senior pursuing Industrial Engineering or related field. - Skilled at breaking down problems and finding solutions using improvement methodologies. - Comfortable with Excel, Power BI, or equivalent analytical software. - Strong interpersonal and collaborative abilities. - Genuine interest in hardware production and quality testing. - Understands process visualization and value identification techniques. - Maintain 3.0 GPA minimum; enrolled full-time at accredited four-year institution. ## Posting ### Industrial Engineering Co-Op (Spring 2027) Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. ### Job Summary To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we're looking to add an Industrial Engineering Co-Op (Spring 2027) located in our Orangeburg, SC site. Reporting to the Sr. Engineering and Business Excellence Manager, the student will support continuous improvement initiatives in our fulfillment and server assembly/testing operations in warehouse. This role offers hands-on experience in process optimization, data analysis, and lean manufacturing principles within a high-tech environment. ### What a typical day looks like: - Assist in analyzing and improving fulfillment workflows, including material flow, packaging, and shipping processes. - Support assembly and testing operations for servers, focusing on cycle time reduction and quality improvement. - Collect and analyze production data (HPU, throughput, takt time) to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions. - Participate in layout design and optimization for assembly and test stations. - Develop standard work instructions and contribute to process documentation. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Production, Logistics) to implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. - Support time studies, ergonomic assessments, and capacity planning. - Assist in KPI tracking and reporting for operational performance. - All processes take place within a warehouse, managing the delivery chain and customizing the product until it reaches the final customer. ### Student qualities we're seeking for this Spring Co-Op assignment: - Junior/Senior (undergrad student), currently pursuing Industrial Engineering degree, or related major. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement principles. - Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar data analysis tools. - Excellent communication and teamwork skills. - Interest in hardware assembly and testing processes. - Knowledge of process mapping and value stream analysis. - Basic understanding of server hardware components. - Experience with simulation tools (e.g., Arena, FlexSim) is a plus. ### Co-Op Program Requirements: - Available to work 40 hours/week (in-person) for Spring 2027 school semester - Currently enrolled in 4-year accredited university - 3.0 minimum GPA Application Deadline: 09-07-2026 Job Category: Intern Relocation: Not eligible Is Sponsorship Available?: No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first). From Flex's public posting, laid out for reading by newgrad.ai with the wording unchanged. Check the original before you apply. --- More new-grad and intern roles: https://newgrad.ai/llms.txt