Co-op-Industrial Engineering-Reedsville, PA-(January to June 2027)
Philips
Summary
Are you interested in an internship opportunity with Philips? We welcome individuals who are currently pursuing an undergraduate (BS) degree to participate in a 6 month paid intern opportunity at our site in Reedsville PA. Through this role you will gain meaningful, hands-on experience working for a HealthTech company.
Job description
Your role
- To support Operational Excellence initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and productivity objectives.
- You would collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, engineering, quality, maintenance, supply chain, finance, and leadership to identify, analyze, and implement process improvements. Success in the role requires building strong relationships with stakeholders at all organizational levels, facilitating problem-solving efforts, and effectively communicating change initiatives that drive operational performance.
- As a Process Excellence Specialist Co-op, you will have the opportunity to develop professional skills in Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, data analysis, project management, and cross-functional collaboration while contributing to real-world operational improvement initiatives. Personally, the role helps build leadership, communication, problem-solving, adaptability, and confidence by working with diverse teams and driving measurable business results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
You're the right fit if
- You are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, material engineering, green belt certified.
- Your skills include strong analytical and problem-solving mindset, a basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, process mapping, data analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Visio, and the Microsoft Office Suite. Bonus skills include experience with statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP), ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), automation tools (Power Automate, VBA), project management principles, and strong communication and facilitation abilities to support cross-functional improvement initiatives
- Should possess strong interpersonal skills such as effective communication, active listening, teamwork, adaptability, and the ability to collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization. They should also demonstrate critical thinking, curiosity, initiative, attention to detail, time management, professionalism, and the confidence to facilitate discussions, identify improvement opportunities, and influence positive changes in a cross-functional environment.
- You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position.
Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or material engineering
- Green belt certified
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, process mapping, data analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Visio, and the Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP)
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)
- Experience with automation tools (Power Automate, VBA)
- Project management principles
- Strong communication and facilitation abilities
- Strong interpersonal skills such as effective communication, active listening, teamwork, adaptability, and ability to collaborate with employees at all levels
- Critical thinking, curiosity, initiative, attention to detail, time management, professionalism, and confidence to facilitate discussions
- US work authorization is a precondition of employment
- Must reside in or within commuting distance to Reedsville, PA
Benefits
- Overtime eligible
- Paid internship
Company overview
Koninklijke Philips N.V., commonly known as Philips, is a Dutch multinational health technology company that has evolved from its origins as a consumer electronics conglomerate into a leading global healthcare solutions provider. Founded in 1891 in Eindhoven, Netherlands, Philips has transformed its business focus since the 2010s to concentrate exclusively on health technology. The company operates through three main divisions: Diagnosis and Treatment, which manufactures advanced medical imaging equipment including MRI, CT, and ultrasound scanners; Connected Care, specializing in patient monitoring systems and respiratory care products under the Respironics brand; and Personal Health, producing consumer healthcare products like electric shavers, Sonicare toothbrushes, and Avent childcare items. With 68,419 employees worldwide and annual revenues of €18.02 billion (2024), Philips maintains its global headquarters in Amsterdam while operating manufacturing, R&D, and sales facilities across 26 countries. The company has strategically divested its consumer electronics, lighting, and home appliance businesses to become a pure-play health technology organization, positioning itself at the forefront of medical innovation and digital healthcare solutions.