Maintenance Intern

Maintenance Intern

MSI Express is a leading manufacturing and contract packaging partner trusted by top CPG brands, as well as emerging and private label brands.

Internship Details:

• Duration: 10 weeks (Summer 2027)

• Schedule: Monday – Friday; Approximately 8 hours per day/40 hours per week

• Pay: $19.00/hour

• Benefits: This role is not eligible for benefits

Overview: Make an impact from day one in our internship program. You will work on real business challenges, partner with leaders across the company, and turn ideas into action by developing and implementing solutions. Your experience culminates in a presentation to senior leadership highlighting your results and recommendations.

Why Choose MSI Express?

• Work on projects that make an impact
• Tackle meaningful business challenges
• Engage with cross-functional teams
• Learn from business leaders
• Develop leadership skills

About the Role: As a Maintenance Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Preventive Maintenance Support: Assist in planning, scheduling, and documenting preventive maintenance activities.
• Equipment Reliability Projects: Support initiatives focused on improving equipment uptime, reliability, and efficiency.
• Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: Participate in equipment inspections and assist with troubleshooting efforts to identify and resolve mechanical or operational issues.
• Maintenance Systems & Documentation: Support work order management, parts inventory tracking, and maintenance records within company systems.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Work with maintenance and operations teams to identify opportunities for equipment and process improvements.

What we look for in a Maintenance Intern:

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting mindset.
• Interest in industrial maintenance, manufacturing equipment, and reliability programs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical information and documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Currently enrolled in Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, Engineering, or a related academic program.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in both office and manufacturing plant environments.
• Frequent exposure to production areas with varying temperatures, noise levels, moving machinery, forklifts, and other industrial conditions.
• Must follow all safety requirements and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout manufacturing facilities.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and access elevated platforms as necessary.
• Must be able to occasionally bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and work around equipment during project activities.
• Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Periodic travel may be required to other MSI Express locations and end-of-internship events.

MSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.