Supply Chain Planning Internships
Supply chain planning internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside working supply chain practitioners, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Automotive, with Hunter Engineering Company, ZF, and Winland Foods among the employers posting roles now.
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Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Supply Chain & Operations Planning Co-Op in Raymond, MO!
Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.
We are proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for four consecutive years (2022 – 2025) – which is a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on.
As a Supply Chain Co-Op, you will work directly with other members of the Supply Chain department, as well as Engineering, Manufacturing, and a diverse supply base. The interaction with these various groups will allow the individual to build communication skills and improve critical thinking in a professional atmosphere.
This position is for a Spring 2027 Co-Op, with a start date of January 2027 and an end date of May 2027.
What You’ll Do:
- Process the purchases of select Maintenance, Repair, and Operation (MRO) orders with assistance and oversight of the Indirect Procurement team.
- Work with various software and E-commerce systems.
- Work on projects and producing reports to assist buyers.
- Analyze, prepare, and negotiate quote packages.
- Assist with the liquidation of obsolete raw material and parts inventory.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with vendors, buyers, internal stakeholders & management.
- Troubleshoot vendor or order issues to help maintain the orderly function of the department.
- Apply Total Cost of Ownership metrics in evaluating purchasing decisions.
- Keep good records.
- Pass on your knowledge and assist with the training of your successor.
What You’ll Bring:
- Major study in:
- Business, preferably with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management or Operations
- Engineering Management or Applied Engineering Sciences
- Be an enthusiastic and self-motivated sophomore, junior, or senior.
- Minimum 2.8 GPA.
- Basic computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Excellent judgment and communication skills.
- Knowledge of the purchasing processes, including a basic understanding of inventory control, EOQ, A/B/C prioritization, etc. is preferred.
What We Offer:
- Real-world experience
- Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event
Join us in our mission to ‘Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!’
- Make Lives Better Together
- Take Pride in the Extraordinary
- Define the Standard
Hunter Engineering does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) now or in the future.
Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Supply Chain & Operations Planning Co-Op in Raymond, MO!
Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.
We are proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for four consecutive years (2022 – 2025) – which is a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on.
As a Supply Chain Co-Op, you will work directly with other members of the Supply Chain department, as well as Engineering, Manufacturing, and a diverse supply base. The interaction with these various groups will allow the individual to build communication skills and improve critical thinking in a professional atmosphere.
This position is for a Spring 2027 Co-Op, with a start date of January 2027 and an end date of May 2027.
What You’ll Do:
- Process the purchases of select Maintenance, Repair, and Operation (MRO) orders with assistance and oversight of the Indirect Procurement team.
- Work with various software and E-commerce systems.
- Work on projects and producing reports to assist buyers.
- Analyze, prepare, and negotiate quote packages.
- Assist with the liquidation of obsolete raw material and parts inventory.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with vendors, buyers, internal stakeholders & management.
- Troubleshoot vendor or order issues to help maintain the orderly function of the department.
- Apply Total Cost of Ownership metrics in evaluating purchasing decisions.
- Keep good records.
- Pass on your knowledge and assist with the training of your successor.
What You’ll Bring:
- Major study in:
- Business, preferably with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management or Operations
- Engineering Management or Applied Engineering Sciences
- Be an enthusiastic and self-motivated sophomore, junior, or senior.
- Minimum 2.8 GPA.
- Basic computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Excellent judgment and communication skills.
- Knowledge of the purchasing processes, including a basic understanding of inventory control, EOQ, A/B/C prioritization, etc. is preferred.
What We Offer:
- Real-world experience
- Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event
Join us in our mission to ‘Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!’
- Make Lives Better Together
- Take Pride in the Extraordinary
- Define the Standard
Hunter Engineering does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) now or in the future.
Supply Chain Planning Internship Market
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Tips for Your Supply Chain Planning Internship Search
Apply earlier than the posting suggests
Large employers in manufacturing, consumer goods, and logistics recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often before roles appear publicly. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check regularly and apply as soon as a role matches your target semester.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams at the intern level expect limited work history, so give them something concrete to assess. Document two or three supply chain projects, demand forecasting models, inventory optimization analyses, or process improvement case studies, noting the tools used (Python, Excel, SAP, or similar) and link to the work wherever it lives.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured cohort programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller programs alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach.
Practice the actual supply chain planning intern screen out loud
Supply chain planning intern interviews typically involve quantitative or analytics problems, case-style scenarios on inventory or demand tradeoffs, and questions on operations concepts. Practice explaining your reasoning step by step, not just arriving at an answer, interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final result.
Supply Chain Planning Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a supply chain planning internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio that documents real analyses, demand forecasts, or process improvement projects with the tools you used, giving recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a supply chain planning internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and return-offer timing in your final weeks. Treat every project as a demonstration of your work and stay engaged with your manager, but plan your job search in parallel rather than counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for supply chain planning internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, consumer goods, manufacturing, logistics, and retail companies with structured cohort programs, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check regularly and apply as soon as a role matches your timeline.
Are supply chain planning internships paid?
Most professional supply chain planning internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid arrangements are more common at small firms or nonprofits, so read each posting carefully. Filtering by disclosed compensation helps narrow to roles that fit your situation.
What should a supply chain planning resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects that show the tools you used, Excel or Python modeling, ERP or planning software, simulation tools, or process mapping, and link to the work where possible, such as a GitHub repository, published analysis, or case study write-up. Add relevant coursework, keep it to one page, and put quantified results from any project front and center.
Can international students get supply chain planning internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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