Material Technician Internship- Rail Traction Components (Summer 2027)

Location(s)

- Alpharetta - Georgia - United States of America

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through innovative rail technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Who designs your future? You do.

Are you looking for an internship where you can apply your technical aptitude and problem-solving skills? The Siemens Mobility Internship Program offers hands-on experience in warehouse operations and inventory control at a rail manufacturing facility.

We are looking for a Material Technician Intern to join our manufacturing engineering team at the Siemens Mobility facility in Alpharetta, Georgia.

During your internship, you’ll learn how the Warehouse team receives, stores, tracks, and delivers materials. You’ll use SAP and handheld scanners to record material movements and see how accurate inventory records support production and customer shipments.

If you’ll be a rising junior or senior when the internship begins, can work on-site in Alpharetta, and are interested in rail manufacturing and logistics, we encourage you to apply.

A little bit about us

Siemens Mobility provides efficient and coordinated transportation of people and goods by rail – including rolling stock, rail automation, rail electrification, and service. We craft and manufacture across the entire spectrum of rolling stock, including commuter and regional passenger trains, light rail and streetcars, metros, locomotives, passenger coaches, and high-speed trainsets. Cities and Railroads also rely on us to provide traction-power substations and electricity transmission, as well as signaling and control technology for freight and passenger rail and transit systems.

How does the manufacturing engineering team fit into the big picture?

The manufacturing engineering team keeps factory assembly areas efficient by designing and improving factory and warehouse processes. This internship is specifically in support of a factory transformation project.

What your day-to-day will look like:

- Help receive, sort, label, and store incoming materials. Read work orders and follow instructions for safe material handling.
- Pick and stage materials for factory assembly or customer shipment. Help pack and secure items with bracing, padding, or strapping as needed.
- Use RF scanners and SAP to record material movements, verify storage locations, and document quantities handled.
- Support cycle counts by counting stock, comparing results with SAP records, and helping investigate discrepancies.
- Assist with material inspections, compare results with specifications, and report discrepancies to the team.
- Keep work and storage areas organized. Participate in 6S audits, safety walks, and Siemens Production System (SPS) improvement projects.

Critical Capabilities:

- Attention to detail when checking part numbers, labels, quantities, and storage locations
- Basic math and analytical skills for cycle counting and discrepancy investigation
- Ability to follow work orders and safety procedures, recognize hazards, and report issues promptly
- Clear communication and the ability to work with others or independently as needed
- Comfort with computers and spreadsheets and an interest in learning SAP and RF scanning

Who Should Apply?

- Education / Majors: Current sophomore or junior pursuing a BA or BS from an accredited college or university in supply chain management, logistics, operations management, industrial engineering, business, or a related field. Strong technical or analytical aptitude is expected.
- Availability: 40 hours per week from June to August
- Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization
- Prior internship or co-op experience and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher are preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership potential
- Strong analytical, writing, presentation, and critical-thinking skills
- Interest in warehouse operations, inventory control, manufacturing, or the rail industry
- Experience with SAP, Microsoft Excel, or barcode scanning is helpful. APICS or forklift operator certification is a plus.

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The hourly pay range for this position $25.00 - $30.00 per hour, based off of your projected graduation year. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location. Additionally, interns for Siemens are eligible to contribute into our 401K program.

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