Production Intern – Manufacturing Operations

About the role

JTI Ethiopia, part of Japan Tobacco International, is looking for a motivated, hands-on Production Intern to support technical, operational and process improvement activities across its Primary and Make & Pack operations. The internship is based in Addis Ababa, lasts 12 months and is paid. It suits fresh graduates interested in manufacturing, efficiency improvement and data-driven problem solving.

Key responsibilities

• Observe production processes, collect data and help identify bottlenecks, losses and improvement opportunities.
• Support daily production routines with Team Leads, Maintenance Leads and Process Leads.
• Assist in monitoring process parameters, documenting abnormalities and updating logs.
• Support IWS-related activities such as defect handling, time studies, standard work reviews and daily management routines.
• Take part in basic root-cause analysis discussions and improvement initiatives.
• Prepare simple reports, charts and Power BI dashboards for improvement projects.
• Assist with centerline checks, changeover preparation and routine documentation.
• Follow EHS guidelines and support safety compliance on the shop floor.

Required profile

• Fresh graduate in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong interest in manufacturing operations and continuous improvement.
• Basic understanding of production or manufacturing processes.
• Fluency in English, spoken and written.
• Curious, proactive and comfortable working on the shop floor.
• The opportunity is open only to 2025/2026 fresh graduates.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power BI.

What we offer

• Hands-on exposure to real manufacturing operations in a multinational environment.
• Practical experience with IWS, Lean tools, process control and efficiency improvement.
• Data analysis and visualization skills through Power BI.
• Structured training and monthly income.