Assembly Maintenance Engineering Intern- Summer 2026- Decherd, TN

Location(s): Decherd, TN

Job Schedule: Full-time, 12 week program

Degree Level: Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Preferred Degree: Engineering- Mechanical or Electrical

Sponsorship: Not available

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

We are currently looking for a Assembly Maintenance Engineering Intern to join our team at Decherd Powertrain Assembly.

A Day in the Life:   

• Assist Maintenance Engineers and Supervisors with data acquisition, troubleshooting, communicating, and improvements on equipment that pertain to Assembly Key Performance Indicators.
• Evaluate and set up parts for new equipment, plus make recommendations for new parts to replace obsolete parts.
• Create, issue, and manage equipment specification packages for purchases as directed by senior engineers.
• Gather, evaluate, and improve the oil, vibration, and thermography standards in the Predictive lab.
• Initiate and conduct product testing for new methods, parts, or equipment as directed by Senior Engineers or Managers.
• Provide presentations, spreadsheets, or requested data to support actions relating to kaizen activities or improvement concepts.

Who We’re Looking for:

Required:

• Currently unrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• GPA of 3.0 or above     
• Strong communication skills both written and oral          
•  Travel up to 10%                                                                                                
• Ability to perform work onsite in Decherd, TN M-F
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We know you have the capability to change the world, and we want you to help us change the future of automotive.

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.