Olympus Intern, Manufacturing Engineering (Summer 2026)

Req ID: 10173

Working Location: MINNESOTA, BROOKLYN PARK

Workplace Flexibility: Onsite

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. 

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers.

Job Description

Are you looking for a company that cares about people’s lives and health, including yours? At Olympus, we help make people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling, every day.

We are looking for interns to join our Manufacturing Engineering teams for our summer 2026 program, which will run from May 18 – July 31. You must be willing to work onsite at our Brooklyn Park, MN location (note: Olympus does not provide relocation assistance or stipends. This is a full-time opportunity involving 40 hours per week at an hourly payrate of $26.75.

Note: This is a shared job requisition, representing multiple similar internship opportunities. Apply here to be considered for ALL Summer 2026 Manufacturing Engineering Intern positions in the Brooklyn Park, MN office.

Experiences that grow you—and your career.

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will contribute to our mission by working with the teams responsible for delivering product innovations to market

Job Duties

As an Olympus Intern, you will work with a department on projects related to your area of interest or study. You will contribute to our mission by helping your department complete key projects.

Some potential projects for this summer could include:

Supporting the development and release of test executive systems for inspection automation
Supporting the development of process improvement equipment
Scrap reduction efforts on high-volume production lines to improve cost savings
Supporting the development and implementation of spare part management system
Supporting the Industrial Engineering team to develop work content tools, standard work and process efficiency developments
Developing assembly aids, equipment specifications and manufacturing instructions.
Conducting research and providing improvement recommendations for existing processes.
Reviewing literature and conducting applicable product testing to aid in the design and development processes.
Evaluating manufacturing data using Microsoft Excel and other software.
Reviewing sales lead times and corresponding safety stock.

A typical day for you will include:

Collaborating with your supervisor and team to complete role-related assignments and projects.
Actively engaging in and adding value to meetings and discussions.
Engaging in other duties, as necessary.

Job Qualifications

Required:

Must be enrolled in a full time undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited 4-year institution.
- Preferred fields of study include Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
Must complete two (2) years of undergrad before the internship begins and graduate after the internship ends.
Must not now or in the future require immigration-related sponsorship.**
- **Olympus policy is not to provide immigration-related sponsorship for internships, co-ops, rotational programs and other entry-level roles that are fed by the internship program. Accordingly, Olympus discourages applicants for such positions who will, either now or in the future, require Olympus sponsorship in order to obtain or maintain lawful employment authorization.
Demonstrated ability to balance academic and extracurricular commitments (i.e. work experience, clubs, volunteer activities, teams, etc.).
Basic engineering knowledge.
Must possess excellent analytical and organizational skills.
Must be proficient and have practical knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be able to work well within a team and independently at times with limited guidance.

Preferred:

Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
Basic understanding of prototyping process.
Experience with data analysis software.
Experience with root cause analysis.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic and deadline-driven environment.
Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize/execute multiple concurrent tasks.
Strong, professional communication skills.
Skilled in presentation development and public speaking.
General curiosity and a desire to learn new material.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace:

Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance

*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefits and incentives: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks.

The anticipated starting base pay range for this full-time position working at this location is plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position, including level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.

You Belong at Olympus

We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish. We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.

Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Minnesota (US-MN) || Brooklyn Park || Interns and Co-Ops

Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
Job Segment: Testing, Manufacturing Engineer, Biomedical Engineering, Industrial Engineer, Entry Level Engineer, Technology, Engineering

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