What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Optimization Intern position at Komatsu?
Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, includingTimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.
Job Overview
At Komatsu, we create value through manufacturing and technology innovation to empower a sustainable future where people, businesses, and our planet thrive together. As an intern at Komatsu, you will have the opportunity to apply your education in a real-world setting; participate in significant, value-adding projects alongside an experienced mentor, and support your team members in achieving department goals that impact our business and beyond.
How you will help us create value together :
As a Process Optimization Intern , you will be responsible for a range of support activities for the Program Management Office (PMO) which aims to establish program governance principles across the organization. This role will be contributing to the creation and application of new governance frameworks and processes for innovation and new product development. You will be partnering with program managers and business units from across the organization to establish universal guidelines, definition, and templates to be applied to a wide portfolio of new projects and technology.
This position will be based onsite at our South Harbor location in Milwaukee's Harbor District! The target start date for this role is Summer 2025 and has potential to be extended into the Fall 2025 school semester. We offer full-time hours during the summer and flexible part-time hours during the academic year.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Collaborating with project managers and functional groups to capture the critical elements of innovation and new product development deliverables
- Evaluating existing processes, templates, and documentation
- Generating standardized templates and documentation
- Trialing templates for new projects and reviewing processes against active projects
- Gathering and applying feedback on the governance frameworks and its pieces
- Assisting in cross functional meetings, reviews, and evaluations
- Completing internal and external presentations on work results
Qualifications / Requirements
Basic Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Additional Information
What makes Komatsu's intern program unique?
Our Internship Program is rooted in community, collaboration, and innovation. Intern program perks include :
Meet & greets with executive leadership
We're excited that you're interested in an internship with Komatsu, and we look forward to reviewing your application! While you wait for future communication from our team, we encourage you to learn more about our business by visiting www.komatsu.com
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
