• Summer Operations Intern - Undergraduate

    Reynolds American (Winston Salem, NC)


    2026 Summer Operations Intern - Undergraduate Winston-Salem, North Carolina

     

    Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

     

    To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

     

    REYNOLDS AMERICAN has an exciting opportunity for a 2026 Summer Operations Intern - Undergraduate** **in Winston Salem, NC or Clarksville, TN

     

    Operations interns may be selected to work in any of these areas: manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, or quality improvement projects. The focus is on Lean transformation, automation, and material efficiency.

    Your key responsibilities will include:

    + Lead root cause analysis and help resolve line downtime issues

    + Benchmark vendors, suppliers, or Tier 2 procurement costs

    + Contribute to process documentation and digital work instructions

    + Partner with site managers, engineers, and procurement leads

     

    What are we looking for?

     

    We’re looking for passionate, courageous and innovative students who are ready to take their ambitions global.

     

    + Pursuing an undergraduate degree with completed coursework in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Data Analytics or equivalent majors

    + Lean/Six Sigma tools, Excel, engineering drawing review

    + Strong collaboration and communication skills

    + Must be willing to work in Winston Salem, NC or Clarksville, TN

    + Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship

     

    WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

     

    At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. **See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.**

    BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

    Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American.We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

    SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

    Wage Information

     

    Hourly Rate: Undergraduate Rate: $21.00 per hour / Graduate Rate: $38.50 per hour

    Benefit Information

    + Leadership training opportunities

    + Roundtable Networking Events with senior leadership

    + Engagement Events with fellow interns

    + Generous salary

    + Housing stipends provided.

    + On-Site Health Fitness Centers at corporate, research and manufacturing locations

    + Participation in Reynolds American’s award-winning 401(k) retirement savings plan including company contributions.

    + Confidential personal financial counselling service at no cost to you

     

    Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

     

    Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email [email protected]. ([email protected].)