Logistics & Distribution Intern

ingredion; Westchester (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Internship events & activities

Intern mentor program

Inclusion & Belonging program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ingredion in Westchester, IL is offering a Logistics & Distribution Intern role to support NA logistics strategy across bulk and dry van, inter-modal, LTL, rail and international modes. Work with senior management on cost control and service improvements.

The internship emphasizes continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, distribution, customer service and sales, and applying classroom learnings in a corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Progress towards a Bachelor's degree in a related field (SCM, IE, Finance).
• Ability to work 40hrs per week during the summer internship term.
• Skills with Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma).
• Ability to listen and understand a process before recommending improvements.

Responsibilities

• Perform ad-hoc analysis for operations including pricing requests, dedicated fleet analysis, and network analysis.
• Gain an understanding of larger strategies and how they are operationally executed.
• Plan, support and develop continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with the management team to codify and institutionalize standard methodologies within the logistics group.
• Offer data supported, out of the box solutions to logistics' daily challenges.
• Work with multi-functional teams to create a benefit that deliveries a better logistics delivery experience for internal and external customers

Skills

Teamwork

Independent worker

Problem solving

Self-starter

Positive attitude

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Industrial Engineering / Finance

Job description

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace type: Hybrid

Ingredion is seeking a Logistics & Distribution Intern to support the North American logistics strategy including bulk and dry van truck, inter-modal and LTL, rail and international modes. You will work with senior management to support the overarching strategy using continuous improvement standard methodologies to control cost and improve service levels ensuring customer satisfaction is met. This role will require the support of various important projects and initiatives, working with areas of supply chain including manufacturing plants, distribution, customer service and sales. We believe that this internship will help you to learn how to apply the skills you've learned in class to a corporate setting.

What you will do:

• Perform ad-hoc analysis for operations including pricing requests, dedicated fleet analysis, and network analysis
• Gain an understanding of larger strategies and how they are operationally executed
• Plan, support and develop continuous improvement initiatives
• Work with the management team to codify and institutionalize standard methodologies within the logistics group
• Offer data supported, out of the box solutions to logistics' daily challenges
• Work with multi-functional teams to create a benefit that deliveries a better logistics delivery experience for internal and external customers

Who you are:

• Have good social skills and the ability to function well as a team member or independently
• Are able to accept change and have a strong will to improve in an ambitious work environment
• Are a self-starter with a positive attitude
• Can tackle problems through innovative, creative solutions

What you will bring:

• Progress towards a Bachelor's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Finance or related field
• Ability to work 40hrs per week during the summer internship term
• Skills with Continuous Improvement (Lean Six Sigma)
• Ability to listen and understand a process before recommending improvements

  To be eligible for consideration, candidates must:

  Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.

  Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor's Degree Program. If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.

  If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at www.ingredion.com/careers .

  Why Join Ingredion?

  Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

  • Total Rewards Package - competitive hourly salary based on your degree program. Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location
  • Internship Program Events & Activities - programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL
  • Intern Mentor Program - pairing with a mentor to guide development and integration in Ingredion's culture
  • Involvement in Ingredion's Business Resource Groups - the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion's Inclusion & Belonging strategy
  • Employee Recognition Program - a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
  • Employee Discount Program - provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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  We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any