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Operations Management Intern

Terex Corporation
401(k)
United States, South Dakota, Watertown
3140 15th Avenue Southeast (Show on map)
Sep 23, 2025

Job Description:

Early Career Program overview
The Terex Internship Program immerses high potential students in challenging real-world projects which directly help drive business results at our global organization. Our rich beliefs in innovation and continuous improvement, paired with the diverse and creative mindsets of our students, leads to the development of our best-in-class products, positively impacting the lives of people all around the world.

We are committed to the personal and professional development of our students and are proud to encourage their growth into our leaders of tomorrow.

Overview:
This internship is an entry-level position within the Operations Team, providing exposure to manufacturing processes, lean systems, and problem solving. You will partner with production and management teams to improve daily performance metrics, support continuous improvement projects, and gain real-world experience in operations leadership.

Responsibilities:
* Assist in daily production performance tracking and reporting.
* Support implementation of process improvements to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost
* Participate in problem-solving and root cause analysis activities
* Assist with lean initiatives, kaizen events, and 5S implementation
* Provide support for special projects assigned by Operations leadership
* Collaborate with team members across production, engineering, and supply chain functions

Qualifications:

* Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Industrial/Mechanical Engineering, or related field
* Junior, Senior, or Graduate student status preferred
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, interpersonal)
* Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
* Ability to work independently and within a team environment
* Teachability and willingness to learn and share knowledge

Must Haves:
* Ability to work during the summer or co-op timeframe
* Relevant and applicable academic background or work experience
* High attention to detail and organizational skills

Nice to Haves:

* Entrepreneurial mindset
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at once
* Familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts and tools

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry. We provide best-in-class lifecycle support to our customers through our global parts and services organization, and offer complementary digital solutions, designed to help our customers maximize their return on their investment. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their impact on the environment including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and sold worldwide.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values - Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) atGlobaltalentacquisitions@terex.com.

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

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