Supplier Management Engineering (SME) Intern - Summer 2027 - Smyrna, TN

Location(s): Smyrna, TN Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program Degree Level: Junior or Senior Preferred Degree: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field Sponsorship: Not Available

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation

We are currently looking for a Supplier Management Engineering (SME) Intern to join our team in Smyrna, TN. Supplier Management Engineering serves as the connection between Nissan and its supplier partners, helping ensure the quality, performance, and readiness of components used in current and future vehicle programs. This internship provides an opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on projects that directly support vehicle quality, manufacturing operations, and new model launches through problem-solving, data analysis, manufacturing process evaluation, and supplier collaboration. Interns will gain valuable hands-on experience and exposure to the teamwork required to bring vehicles from development to production.

A Day in the Life:

• Analyze quality and manufacturing data to identify trends, investigate issues, and recommend improvements.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes and error-proofing methods to identify opportunities for quality and efficiency enhancements.
• Support engineering studies involving product design, dimensional variation, and tolerance analysis to resolve technical concerns.
• Help develop, improve, and validate inspection methods, measurement fixtures, and quality control processes.
• Create tools, dashboards, training materials, and other solutions that improve team performance and decision-making.

Who We’re Looking For:

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Students entering their Junior, Senior, or Master's program at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills with the ability to investigate issues and develop practical solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Technical curiosity and a willingness to learn new processes, technologies, manufacturing methods, and engineering concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other analytical tools used to organize, evaluate, and present information.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, quality systems, or product development gained through coursework, projects, or prior experience.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Ability to perform work onsite at Smyrna, TN.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen their relationships and meet people from similar and diverse backgrounds to foster a culture of belonging.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan’s rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms and leadership trainings.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Smyrna Tennessee United States of America