Process Optimization Intern

Job Overview

At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together. As an intern at Komatsu, you will have the opportunity to apply your education in a real-world setting; participate in significant, value-adding projects alongside an experienced mentor, and support your team members in achieving department goals that impact our business and beyond.

How you will help us create value together:

As a Process Optimization Intern, you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the Program Management Office (PMO) which aims to establish program governance principles across the organization. This role will be contributing to the creation and application of new governance frameworks and processes for innovation and new product development. You will be partnering with program managers and business units from across the organization to establish universal guidelines, definition, and templates to be applied to a wide portfolio of new projects and technology.  

This position will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee’s Harbor District! The target start date for this role is Summer 2025 and has potential to be extended into the Fall 2025 school semester. We offer full-time hours during the summer and flexible part-time hours during the academic year.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Collaborating with project managers and functional groups to capture the critical elements of innovation and new product development deliverables
• Evaluating existing processes, templates, and documentation
• Generating standardized templates and documentation
• Trialing templates for new projects and reviewing processes against active projects
• Gathering and applying feedback on the governance frameworks and its pieces
• Assisting in cross functional meetings, reviews, and evaluations  
• Completing internal and external presentations on work results

Qualifications/Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or similar
• Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or master’s level student in good academic standing
• Possess effective problem solving and critical thinking skills; ability to be creative and resourceful when needed
• Demonstrates strong active listening skills, with the ability to understand and capture the information that was shared
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent organization and personal time management skills, ability to handle multiple tasks
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework or prior experience with product development processes, research processes, or project management
• Enthusiasm for establishing processes and documentation that provide significant value add and efficiency

Additional Information

What makes Komatsu’s intern program unique?

Our Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include:

• Several Intern-inclusive networking opportunities such as:
  • Meet & greets with executive leadership
  • Volunteer Week
  • Appreciation Events
  • End-of-Summer Capstone presentations
  • Company-sponsored travel opportunities
• Access to amenities at Milwaukee HQ’s including a coffee shop, cafeteria serving breakfast and lunch, and free onsite fitness center
• Potential to come back or join us as full-time employees
• Real-world project work alongside local, regional, and global team members
• Mentorship from experienced subject-matter experts in your field

We’re excited that you’re interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com