Internship Program

Job Description

About the Job: Internship Program at Acuity Inc.

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company focused on solving problems in spaces, light, and more through technology. Comprising two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), the company designs, manufactures, and markets products and services that significantly improve people’s lives.

Acuity Inc. drives growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video, and control platform. The company emphasizes customer outcomes, market share growth, and superior returns, aggressively deploying capital to expand its business and enter new attractive verticals.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Acuity Inc. operates across North America, Europe, and Asia, powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Learn more at www.acuityinc.com.

Program Overview: Acuity Brands Internship Program

Are you a motivated and talented individual seeking an opportunity to excel and grow into a dynamic leader? The Acuity Brands Internship Program offers an exceptional experience!

This program is a 10–12-week immersive experience (typically May – August), requiring 40 hours/week. It is meticulously designed to cultivate high-potential candidates through hands-on projects and real-world experiences, enabling interns to align their strengths and interests with the strategic needs of the business. Interns will contribute to impactful projects and transformative processes, gaining valuable experience and having the chance to network with leaders across Acuity Brands.

Preference is given to interns who have one or two semesters remaining in their degree program. This is because such candidates will be eligible for Acuity’s Leadership Program upon successful completion of the internship. The Leadership Program is a full-time, entry-level rotational program for recent graduates, offering opportunities to explore various functional domains, expand skill sets, build an internal network, and discover passions early in their careers.

Work Flexibility:
This is an Onsite position in Crawfordsville, IN.
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 am – 5 pm.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:
While specific projects and activities may vary, interns can expect to:

• Dive deep into data, mapping processes and identifying problems.
• Offer and test potential solutions, then implement the most effective one(s).
• Interact with highly efficient managers, technology development teams, and front-line Associates, engaging in broad thinking about solutions to complex business and operational challenges faced by one of the largest lighting companies.
• Actively research and propose new technologies for manufacturing processes.

Projects:
Interns will be involved in significant projects, including:

• Digital Focus Factory Suite 3: Contributing to initiatives such as cell leader reports, digital production plans, and cycle time tracking.
• Improvements and Support of Digital Focus Factory Suite: Working on vision systems, packout, traceability, efficiency dashboards, and more.

Education:

• Minimum Education Required: Some College.
• Preferred Education: Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science, or a related field.

Qualified Interns Will Have:

• Knowledge of programming concepts/programming language (e.g., Python, C#, etc.).
• A minimum GPA of 3.5.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Relevant internship or project experience.
• Experience leading teams or organizations.

Physical Requirements:

• Light work is expected.
• This position will involve equal time at a workstation and on the manufacturing floor.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity Employer:
Acuity Inc. values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:
As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate the type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

Unsolicited Resumes:
Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter (including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database), will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.

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