Summer 2027 Internship - Industrial Engineering Intern

About Us

Fanatics is a leading global sports platform redefining how fans connect with the teams, players and moments they love. Our businesses — Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, Fanatics Betting & Gaming, Fanatics Events, Fanatics Advertising, Fanatics Markets and Fanatics Studios — maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally and create a one-stop experience that allows fans to buy, bet, collect, and earn, while engaging with sports in deeper, more immersive ways. This includes licensed fan gear and lifestyle products, sportsbook and iGaming, physical and digital trading cards, live events, premium sports entertainment content, credit card offerings and more. Together, they form a powerful, integrated ecosystem — connected by the Fanatics ONE loyalty program and FanCash, the currency of sport — delivering personalized experiences to over 100 million fans worldwide. Fanatics holds partnerships with over 900 sports properties, from professional leagues and players’ associations to teams, colleges and retail partners; over 7,000 athletes and celebrities; and over 2,000 retail locations, including all Lids stores. Backed by a team of more than 22,000 employees, Fanatics is committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience.

Summer 2027 Industrial Engineering Internship
Location: Sunnyvale, Texas (5 days/week, on-site)
Program Dates: June , 2027 – August 13, 2027

About the Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Who We Are

Fanatics Collectibles is a global product and technology company dedicated to redefining the world of collectibles. Through iconic brands like Topps, we create innovative physical and digital products that connect fans and collectors to the sports, entertainment, and culture they love.

Backed by Fanatics, the world's leading sports merchandise and collectibles company, we operate with the speed and creativity of a startup while leveraging unmatched scale, partnerships, and licensing relationships. Our teams collaborate across product, creative, operations, marketing, and licensing to deliver best-in-class collectibles to fans around the world.

About the Role

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking an Industrial Engineering Intern to join our Manufacturing Engineering team for Summer 2027. This role will focus on supporting the implementation of standardized work processes within the HVI production area to improve operational efficiency, consistency, and overall manufacturing performance.

As an intern, you'll work alongside engineering and operations teams to evaluate existing workflows, document processes, and develop standardized procedures that support quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, analytical, and interested in applying industrial engineering principles to real-world manufacturing operations.

What You'll Do

• Implement Standard Work: Support the development and implementation of standardized work procedures within the HVI production area to improve consistency and efficiency.
• Analyze Production Processes: Observe and evaluate existing manufacturing workflows to identify inefficiencies, process variations, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop Process Documentation: Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and visual aids to support consistent execution.
• Conduct Time & Process Studies: Collect and analyze production data to evaluate cycle times, workflow efficiency, and operational performance.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to identify and implement process improvements that enhance productivity and quality.
• Partner with Production Teams: Work with manufacturing employees and supervisors to support adoption of standardized processes and gather feedback for ongoing improvements.

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in manufacturing operations and process improvement.
• Familiarity with industrial engineering concepts such as standard work, process mapping, time studies, and workflow optimization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to document processes clearly and accurately.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work alongside engineering and production teams.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn and contribute in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

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