This is NOT a corporate or virtual position and will be located on-site in a fulfillment center, sort center, delivery station, or other warehouse/construction/job trailer environment.
Amazon is searching for innovative and solutions-oriented Operations Engineering Field Execution Interns to be a part of our North America initiative to develop and deliver next generation, world-class fulfillment systems.
What is fulfillment you ask? Fulfillment is how we refer to completing or fulfilling a customer's Amazon.com order and the acts of picking, packing, shipping, sorting and delivering their order to meet or exceed their expectations!
Our Operations Engineering Field Execution Interns have the ability to quickly adapt strategies, plans, and solutions to affect dynamic business requirements. They are comfortable interfacing and driving various functional teams and all stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Open minds, customer focus, innovation empowerment, advanced technologies, team comradery, and drive our Regional Operations Engineering team to deliver the most advanced fulfillment solutions in the world.
Key job responsibilities
Drive resolution for an intern project by owning and deep diving data to support a process improvement recommendation
Support management, design, and implementation of medium scope integrated automation projects with system elements such as high-speed sortation, multiple conveyors, package lines, and/or robotic work cells
Guide and coordinate design and execution efforts between internal teams and outside vendors including equipment specifications, material flow, process design, and site layout
Develop and manage budget and contract documents including RFPs, change order controls, purchase orders, and invoicing
Direct system commissioning and predefined testing activities, including administering the plan, interpreting statuses and reporting results
Coordinate with local site management to ensure proper operator training, procedural compliance, maintenance and safety practices are followed for new and existing equipment
Thoroughly document/investigate FC change requests and provide recommendations
Inspect facilities in accordance with corporate standards and procedures relating to material handling, processing and storage
A day in the life
Work 12-hour shifts on feet (when supporting field operations)
Cover extensive distances in large warehouse facilities
Use ladders, stairs, and gangways safely
Lift/move totes up to 49 lbs
Perform frequent bending, stretching, and reaching motions
Travel to various locations across the United States during summer months
Are 18 years of age or older
Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program with all requirements anticipated to be completed between December 2027 and August 2028.
Currently reside within 50 miles of the position location listed in this job posting
Available to work part-time (20 hours/week) during Spring 2027 semester (February 2027 - May/June 2027) on-site at assigned fulfillment center location
Available to transition to full-time (40 hours/week) for a 12-week period during Summer 2027 (May/June 2027 - July/August 2027)
Able to travel up to 80% to other fulfillment centers under construction and corporate offices across the United States during summer months as needed
Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing efforts, transportation/logistics and/or fulfillment/distribution centers
Experience in CAD skills, including being capable of developing an integrated automation layout unassisted
Experience in Microsoft Office products: Excel, Project and Outlook
Experience providing technical guidance for large-scale industrial engineering projects
Experience with implementation of integrated automation solutions, such as complex material handling systems, high speed packaging lines and manufacturing lines
Experience with hands-on project execution in construction or operations environments
Experience with standard work development and process documentation
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
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