Operations Intern

Position Summary

Crane Company has delivered innovative and technology-led solutions to its customers since its founding in 1855. Today, Crane is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered components for process flow industry end markets. For more information, visit

This role is located at Crane CP&E’s Cincinnati, OH location (also referred to as XOMOX).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with improvement projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Analyze operational data.
• Attend and interact in team meetings.
• Problem solve individually, and with production and engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

• Actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering.
• AutoCAD or Creo skills.
• Understanding of process and product specifications.
• Problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis skills.
• Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

What Crane Offers

• On‑the‑job training and hands‑on opportunities in the field of study.
• Experience in action planning, project management, and collaborative teamwork.
• Exposure to continuous improvement activities and lean principles.
• Career growth, development, and feedback‑oriented culture.
• Participation in group projects with other cross‑functional interns.
• Philanthropy opportunities to volunteer in the community.
• Ability to showcase project progress to site leadership team and peers through mid‑term and final report out.
• Opportunity to network with peers and experienced professionals.
• Welcoming environment with an advanced intern culture.
• Challenging work paired with a meaningful amount of responsibility.
• Future avenues for internship and full‑time relocation at other Crane sites.
• Potential full‑time employment upon graduation.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.