Intern - Supply Chain AI Implementation

Cognitioworld; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Feedback & evaluation

Culture exposure

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Cognitioworld is seeking an enthusiastic intern for a 12-week summer program in Illinois focused on AI-enabled supply chain improvements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, translate business needs into technical requirements, and contribute to real projects that drive efficiency and cost reductions.

The role offers mentorship, hands-on learning, and opportunities to present findings to leadership while developing project management and analytical skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree with strong academic performance.
• GPA 3.0+ required.
• Available for 12 weeks during Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supply chain stakeholders to identify challenges and improvement opportunities.
• Gather requirements through meetings to define solution needs and priorities.
• Partner with IT and application teams to align on technical delivery strategies.
• Lead AI-focused projects from concept to implementation delivering business value.
• Develop, test, and deploy tools to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Create user documentation and training materials, and conduct end-user training.
• Support evolving projects and emerging business needs.
• Present outcomes, recommendations, and business impact to leadership.

Skills

AI tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Collaborate with supply chain stakeholders across end-to-end processes to identify business challenges and opportunities for improvement.
• Gather requirements through meetings with business users, stakeholders, and affected teams to define solution needs and priorities.
• Partner with IT and application teams to align on technical approaches and solution delivery strategies.
• Lead an AI-focused project from concept through implementation, delivering measurable business value and process improvements.
• Develop, test, and deploy tools that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline supply chain operations.
• Create user documentation, training materials, and conduct end-user training to drive successful adoption of new tools and processes.
• Demonstrate flexibility and initiative in a dynamic environment by supporting evolving projects and emerging business needs.
• Present project outcomes, recommendations, and business impact to stakeholders and leadership.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in a relevant discipline at an accredited university, with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and May 2029 (rising junior or rising senior).
• Strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Available to work full-time for 12 weeks during summer 2027.
• Reliable transportation to and from the work location.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Preferred majors: Supply Chain, Information Systems, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Data Science.
• Familiarity with AI tools, automation, or AI solution development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong project management, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Analytical problem-solving abilities with a focus on process improvement.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range of $20 to $25, depending on experience, skills, and geography.
• Full-time work experience and competitive pay.
• Meaningful projects with business impact.
• Mentorship and guidance.
• Feedback and evaluation.
• Exposure to company culture.
• Networking opportunities and skill development.