Maintenance Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 - Canton, MS

• Location(s): Canton, MS
• Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program
• Degree Level: Junior or Senior
• Preferred Degree: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Sponsorship: Not Available

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

We are currently looking for a Maintenance Engineering Intern to join our team in Canton, MS. The Trim and Chassis Maintenance Engineering team consists of five experienced and highly technical engineers responsible for equipment reliability, new model support, and continuous improvement activities within Trim and Chassis operations. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment, engineering projects, and reliability initiatives while working alongside industry professionals in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

A Day in the Life:

• •Support equipment reliability initiatives to improve manufacturing performance, uptime, and operational efficiency.
• •Assist with equipment installation and commissioning projects within Trim and Chassis operations.
• •Analyze maintenance and production data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• •Participate in strategic planning activities related to equipment performance and future manufacturing needs.
• •Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement efforts.
• •Prepare reports, presentations, and engineering documentation to communicate project findings and recommendations.

Who We’re Looking For:

Required:

• •Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• •Students entering their Junior or Senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• •Strong organizational and communication skills.
• •Demonstrated curiosity and interest in equipment reliability, maintenance engineering, and manufacturing systems.
• •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• •Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• •Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• •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 in Canton, MS.

Preferred:

• •Knowledge of reliability engineering principles and preventive maintenance concepts.
• •Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, automation systems, or industrial processes.
• •Experience analyzing technical data and presenting recommendations.
• •Interest in automotive manufacturing and equipment engineering.

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.

Canton Mississippi United States of America