Manufacturing Strategy Intern - Summer 2026 - Smyrna, TN

Location(s): Smyrna, TN

Job Schedule: Full-time

Degree Level: Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s

Preferred Degree: Supply Chain Management or Operations; MBA, MS Business Analytics, or MS Supply Chain Management

Sponsorship: No

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

We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Strategy & Planning Intern to join our team in Smyrna, TN.

A Day in the Life:   

Coordinate and lead cross-functional meetings with internal stakeholders and suppliers

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, and Procurement functions to identify inefficiencies and understand opportunities for digital innovation

Utilize data analysis in conjunction with Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, and Procurement knowledge to gather data insights, identify and address problems, perform cost studies and develop business case details, and develop strategies for future implementation

Complete a Kaizen, or continuous improvement, project and deliver a proposal to executive leadership for implementing the recommended improvement

Take advantage of opportunities through structured amenities such as plant tours, networking with other interns, meeting with Nissan leadership, and job shadowing with other Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, and/or Procurement teams

Who We’re Looking for:

Required:

Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate/graduate degree program in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field; MBA, MS Business Analytics, or MS Supply Chain Management preferred.

Must be a self-starter and capable of working through ambiguity

Working proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint

Possess advanced level Excel skills including complex formulas and macros

Working knowledge of Tableau, Power BI, and SQL is preferred

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 at Smyrna Vehicle Assembly – Smyrna, TN.  

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.