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Industrial Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Zurn Elkay · Freeport, IL · $19.50–$21.50 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a class or project where you improved a process. What did you measure?

What they are checking: Whether they connect improvement ideas to data rather than opinion.

Tell me about a time you had to learn something new quickly for a project.

What they are checking: Whether they can ramp up fast during a short summer internship.

Why are you interested in manufacturing, and in plumbing and water products in particular?

What they are checking: Whether they have real interest in the work and the company's products beyond any internship.

Tell me about a time you worked on a team where someone was not pulling their weight.

What they are checking: How they handle team conflict while still delivering the project.

What would you do

An operator tells you your proposed layout change will slow them down. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they respect floor knowledge and test ideas with operators instead of pushing changes on them.

How would you present your internship project results to plant leadership?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain findings clearly and recommend actions to busy managers.

About the work

Walk me through how you would do a time study on an assembly line in Freeport.

What they are checking: Whether they know how to measure work properly and set fair, realistic standards.

What lean tools have you studied or used, such as value stream mapping, 5S or standard work?

What they are checking: Their foundation in methods manufacturers use to remove waste from a process.

How would you calculate the capacity of a production line?

What they are checking: Their grasp of cycle time, takt time and bottlenecks, which drive capacity planning.

What software have you used for analysis or layout, such as Excel, AutoCAD or simulation tools?

What they are checking: The tools they can contribute with from the first week on the job.

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The full job description

As published by Zurn Elkay.

Industrial Engineering Intern (Summer 2027) The Company Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com. If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family! If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally. Additional Job Description We are targeting students completing their sophomore or junior year of college who are interested in working in a dynamic and engaging work environment to participate in our internship program. Elkay interns will apply the skills and knowledge developed in college while contributing to exciting real world projects! The Industrial Engineering Intern will assist the Engineering Manager with various projects to support the manufacturing plant by performing the following duties: • Optimizing workflow by process mapping • Eliminating bottlenecks to increase efficiencies • Redesign/optimization of layouts • Conduct line balance review of assembly lines • Execution of time studies and standards development The student will gain experience in the day-to-day activities and project work done by a typical industrial engineer. We are targeting students completing their sophomore or junior year of college who are interested in working in a dynamic and engaging work environment to participate in our internship program. Students completing their freshman year may apply, but we prefer students already into their core curriculum. Elkay interns will apply the skills and knowledge developed in college while contributing to exciting real-world projects! Qualifications: • Students completing their sophomore or junior year working toward a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field strongly preferred • Must be able to work 40 hours per week • Ability to work with others, but highly self-motivated to achieve individual tasks efficiently • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong attention to detail a must • Creative problem-solving skills essential; strong analytical skills desired • Computer skills including excellent skills with Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) • AutoCAD Experience Required • GPA desired: 3.0 or better The compensation range(s) identified below are a good faith estimate of the salary expected to be paid as performed from these locations. Actual salaries may vary based on compensable factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, education and training, and other relevant business and organizational factors. Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range. The compensation range for this position is $19.50-21.50/hour. **THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.** E qual Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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