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 Retail, with Kroger, Groupe LVMH, and Woodstream Corporation among the employers posting roles now.
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Woodstream is the largest independent pest & animal control platform in North America, offering innovative brands with industry-leading efficacy and safety.
We have an immediate opportunity for a Supply Chain/Material Planning Intern in Lancaster, PA
At Woodstream, our values drive everything we do:
- Consumer is the Boss – We are committed to listening to and understanding our customers’ needs!
- Invent the Future – Challenge the status quo: Think boldly and creatively!
- Execution is Everything – We are committed to deliver with excellence, speed, and accuracy.
- Collaborate Confidently – We trust, respect, and empower each other to win together.
- Play to Win – We’re bold, ambitious, and relentless in our pursuit of success.
Benefits of Working for Woodstream:
-
Competitive benefits package including:
- 401k with Company Match
- Paid Internship
Overview of the Role:
The Supply Chain / Material Planning Intern will gain hands-on exposure to the full supply chain planning cycle at Woodstream. Working alongside experienced planners and purchasing professionals, the intern will support daily material planning, production scheduling, and inventory management activities. This is a structured, project-based internship designed to provide meaningful experience for recent college graduates pursuing careers in supply chain, operations, or business.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
The following responsibilities are representative of the work performed during this internship. All activities are conducted under the supervision and direction of an assigned planning mentor:
- Assist in analyzing MRP signals to understand purchasing and production requirements based on sales projections and inventory strategies
- Support the creation and maintenance of daily and weekly production schedules under the direction of the planning team
- Help monitor actual production against schedule on a daily and weekly basis and assist with attainment reporting
- Assist with placing and tracking purchase orders for materials required to support production requirements
- Support efforts to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies in collaboration with the inventory management team
- Help maintain inventory tracking data and assist with reviewing aging inventory parameters
- Participate in shop floor interactions to observe how production schedules are executed in a live manufacturing environment
- Assist with data gathering and analysis related to intra-company transfer identification
- Support the planning team with new product launch activities by tracking material readiness and supplier timelines
- Help document process improvement observations and contribute ideas for enhancing material planning workflows
- Attend and participate in cross-functional planning meetings with customer care, logistics, quality, and marketing teams
- Complete an assigned capstone project related to supply chain planning or inventory management, to be presented to the planning team at the conclusion of the internship
- Regular attendance and punctuality required
- Performs other duties as assigned.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
This internship supports the supply chain planning function within Woodstream's manufacturing plant. Under the guidance and supervision of an experienced planner, the intern will assist with the execution of production scheduling, material tracking, and inventory monitoring activities. The intern will develop a foundational understanding of how MRP systems, production plans, and purchasing processes work together to ensure product availability for customer requirements.
By the end of this internship, participants will have developed working knowledge in the following areas:
- How manufacturing companies use ERP/MRP systems to plan and manage materials and production
- The relationship between customer demand, production scheduling, and inventory positioning
- The purchasing and procurement cycle, including purchase order creation and vendor communication
- How to read and interpret supply chain KPIs and attainment reporting
- Cross-functional collaboration between supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and logistics teams
- Practical use of Microsoft Excel and SAP (S/4HANA) in a real manufacturing environment
Woodstream is committed to providing interns with a meaningful, resume-building experience. Participants in this program can expect:
- Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA in a live manufacturing environment — one of the most in-demand ERP systems in supply chain careers
- Direct mentorship from experienced supply chain professionals
- Exposure to cross-functional teams across manufacturing, logistics, finance, and commercial operations
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Consideration for full-time opportunities with successful performance in the intern role
Successful Candidate Profile:
Required:
- Must have recently completed a Bachelor's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data sorting, filtering, and basic pivot tables
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively within a team environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
- Coursework in supply chain management, operations, logistics, or procurement
- Prior internship, co-op, or work experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or operations environment
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP concepts (SAP S/4HANA experience a significant plus)
- Exposure to Power BI, Access, or other data visualization or database tools
- APICS student membership or coursework a plus
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and a creative approach to problem solving
Woodstream Fun Facts!
- We are the ONLY Pest & Animal Control company with a significant ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) Program.
- Over 40% of our directors and above are woman.
- 57% of the Executive Team (meaning VP and above) are female, black, Hispanic or Asian/Islander.
Woodstream is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, marital status, union affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Note: If hired, Employment Eligibility Verification will be carried out upon selection. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
We retain employment applications for a minimum of 2 years from date of receipt for non-hire applicants or from date of termination for employees/contractors and possibly longer if legally required.
Woodstream is the largest independent pest & animal control platform in North America, offering innovative brands with industry-leading efficacy and safety.
We have an immediate opportunity for a Supply Chain/Material Planning Intern in Lancaster, PA
At Woodstream, our values drive everything we do:
- Consumer is the Boss – We are committed to listening to and understanding our customers’ needs!
- Invent the Future – Challenge the status quo: Think boldly and creatively!
- Execution is Everything – We are committed to deliver with excellence, speed, and accuracy.
- Collaborate Confidently – We trust, respect, and empower each other to win together.
- Play to Win – We’re bold, ambitious, and relentless in our pursuit of success.
Benefits of Working for Woodstream:
-
Competitive benefits package including:
- 401k with Company Match
- Paid Internship
Overview of the Role:
The Supply Chain / Material Planning Intern will gain hands-on exposure to the full supply chain planning cycle at Woodstream. Working alongside experienced planners and purchasing professionals, the intern will support daily material planning, production scheduling, and inventory management activities. This is a structured, project-based internship designed to provide meaningful experience for recent college graduates pursuing careers in supply chain, operations, or business.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
The following responsibilities are representative of the work performed during this internship. All activities are conducted under the supervision and direction of an assigned planning mentor:
- Assist in analyzing MRP signals to understand purchasing and production requirements based on sales projections and inventory strategies
- Support the creation and maintenance of daily and weekly production schedules under the direction of the planning team
- Help monitor actual production against schedule on a daily and weekly basis and assist with attainment reporting
- Assist with placing and tracking purchase orders for materials required to support production requirements
- Support efforts to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies in collaboration with the inventory management team
- Help maintain inventory tracking data and assist with reviewing aging inventory parameters
- Participate in shop floor interactions to observe how production schedules are executed in a live manufacturing environment
- Assist with data gathering and analysis related to intra-company transfer identification
- Support the planning team with new product launch activities by tracking material readiness and supplier timelines
- Help document process improvement observations and contribute ideas for enhancing material planning workflows
- Attend and participate in cross-functional planning meetings with customer care, logistics, quality, and marketing teams
- Complete an assigned capstone project related to supply chain planning or inventory management, to be presented to the planning team at the conclusion of the internship
- Regular attendance and punctuality required
- Performs other duties as assigned.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
This internship supports the supply chain planning function within Woodstream's manufacturing plant. Under the guidance and supervision of an experienced planner, the intern will assist with the execution of production scheduling, material tracking, and inventory monitoring activities. The intern will develop a foundational understanding of how MRP systems, production plans, and purchasing processes work together to ensure product availability for customer requirements.
By the end of this internship, participants will have developed working knowledge in the following areas:
- How manufacturing companies use ERP/MRP systems to plan and manage materials and production
- The relationship between customer demand, production scheduling, and inventory positioning
- The purchasing and procurement cycle, including purchase order creation and vendor communication
- How to read and interpret supply chain KPIs and attainment reporting
- Cross-functional collaboration between supply chain, manufacturing, quality, and logistics teams
- Practical use of Microsoft Excel and SAP (S/4HANA) in a real manufacturing environment
Woodstream is committed to providing interns with a meaningful, resume-building experience. Participants in this program can expect:
- Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA in a live manufacturing environment — one of the most in-demand ERP systems in supply chain careers
- Direct mentorship from experienced supply chain professionals
- Exposure to cross-functional teams across manufacturing, logistics, finance, and commercial operations
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Consideration for full-time opportunities with successful performance in the intern role
Successful Candidate Profile:
Required:
- Must have recently completed a Bachelor's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data sorting, filtering, and basic pivot tables
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating effectively within a team environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Preferred:
- Coursework in supply chain management, operations, logistics, or procurement
- Prior internship, co-op, or work experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or operations environment
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP concepts (SAP S/4HANA experience a significant plus)
- Exposure to Power BI, Access, or other data visualization or database tools
- APICS student membership or coursework a plus
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and a creative approach to problem solving
Woodstream Fun Facts!
- We are the ONLY Pest & Animal Control company with a significant ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) Program.
- Over 40% of our directors and above are woman.
- 57% of the Executive Team (meaning VP and above) are female, black, Hispanic or Asian/Islander.
Woodstream is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to recruit, hire, train and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, marital status, union affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Note: If hired, Employment Eligibility Verification will be carried out upon selection. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
We retain employment applications for a minimum of 2 years from date of receipt for non-hire applicants or from date of termination for employees/contractors and possibly longer if legally required.
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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