Operations Consulting Intern Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Summer 2027

Overview

At Wipfli people count.

At Wipfli our people are core to everything we dothe catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

This role requires a hybrid work arrangement. At Wipfli hybrid is defined as associates regularly work in a Wipfli office from home and at client sites. The client sites can vary locally regionally or nationally depending on the industry that scheduled meetings at the client and in the office will require in-person attendance.

Responsibilities

Role Summary:

Are you interested in learning how businesses improve the way they operate Do you enjoy solving problems working with data and collaborating with others to create meaningful change

As an Operations Consulting Intern - Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement you will work alongside experienced consultants to help manufacturing clients improve productivity quality operational performance and profitability. Youll gain hands-on experience with process improvement Lean methodologies operational assessments data analytics and client-facing consulting.

Responsibilities:

• Observe and analyze manufacturing supply chain and business processes to identify inefficiencies bottlenecks waste and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with operational assessments and process reviews including developing current-state and future-state process maps and supporting value stream mapping activities.
• Gather organize and analyze operational and financial data to help identify trends evaluate performance and support client recommendations.
• Analyze key manufacturing metrics such as productivity throughput inventory quality on-time delivery and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Participate in client interviews stakeholder meetings workshops and Kaizen or continuous improvement events alongside experienced consultants.
• Help develop practical recommendations to improve productivity quality efficiency operational performance and profitability.
• Assist in creating dashboards reports presentations and other client deliverables that clearly communicate findings recommendations and action plans.
• Support implementation planning and change management including evaluating technology automation and other process improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with consultants client teams project managers and subject matter experts while building your consulting analytical technical and professional skills.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Operations Management Supply Chain Management Engineering Management Industrial Technology or a related field.

• Above average class performance as demonstrated by college GPA; Preferred 3.0 GPA or higher

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients and staff

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to build and foster professional business relationships

• Desire to help companies maximize value by leveraging technology and process improvement

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire. Wipfli will not consider candidates for this position who require sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g. H-1B status)

Grace Parker from our recruiting team will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect!

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Additional Details

Additional Details:

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Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race creed color religion national origin sex age marital status sexual orientation gender identify veteran status disability or any other characteristics protected by federal state or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application interview or participate in our recruiting process please send us an email at

Wipfli values fair transparent and competitive compensation considering each candidates unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay rate for this role is $32.00/hour. The actual hourly rate at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location skills experience training/education licensure certifications business needs current associate pay and relevant employment laws.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Benefit offerings include paid sick leave; access to free confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.

Wipfli is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law regulations and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Required Experience:

Intern