Industrial Engineering University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Overview

As industries and government agencies become increasingly automated and interconnected, the Industrial Engineering program at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee  gives you the skills to thrive in a fast-evolving, high-impact profession.

At UWM, you’ll build your experience through close partnerships with the region’s strong manufacturing community—opening doors to well-paid internships, co-ops, and real industry projects integrated directly into your coursework.

You’ll also gain hands-on experience in our on-campus next-generation factory, a living testbed where you can digitally model manufacturing challenges and then bring your solutions to life on the physical production floor.

If you’re excited by problem-solving, innovation, and shaping the future of smart manufacturing, UWM is where your engineering career can truly take off.

What You’ll Do

As a graduate with a degree in industrial engineering, you can work for public or private sectors to optimize complex processes and systems. Because of the flexibility and value of your skills, your employment opportunities are numerous and diverse. Your work might focus on:

• Improving productivity

• Reducing waste/preserving natural resources

• Maximizing profits

• Minimizing injuries