Logistics & Distribution Intern

Ingredion Incorporated; Westchester (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipends

Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ

Mentor program

Employee discounts

Total Rewards Package

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated in Westchester, IL offers a Logistics & Distribution Internship to support NA logistics strategy across multiple modes. You will work with senior management to apply continuous improvement methodologies, analyze operations, and contribute to cost-control and service improvements.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s in SCM/Industrial Engineering/Finance, can commit to 40 hours/week this summer, and have interest in Excel/Access/PowerBI data tasks, with reliable

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Finance or related field.
• Able to work 40 hrs/week during the summer internship term.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma or CI methodologies is a plus.
• Ability to listen to and understand a process before recommending improvements.
• Demonstrated good judgment and quick decision-making in business contexts.
• Interest in building queries and managing data with Access, Excel, and PowerBI.
• Reliable transportation to the facility for every work day.

Responsibilities

• Perform ad-hoc operations analyses, including pricing requests and network analysis.
• Understand larger strategies and how they are operationally executed.
• Plan, support and develop continuous improvement initiatives.
• Help codify standard methodologies within the logistics group.
• Provide data-supported, out-of-the-box solutions to logistics challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve internal and external delivery experiences.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (SCM/Industrial Engineering/Finance)

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Access

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 & Workplace Type

Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace type: Hybrid

Internship Overview

Ingredient 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
• Ability to make good judgments and quick decisions within the business field
• Interest in building queries and managing data within Access, Excel, PowerBI
• Reliable transportation required to get to and from facility each work day

Eligibility

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.

Benefits

• Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match .
• 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 #wayup

Relocation Available: No

This pay rate is not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

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 other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

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