MBA Intern, Supply Chain Optimization - Summer 2027

Medline; Northfield Township (IL); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Medline Industries, LP in Northfield, IL, invites MBA students to join our 12-week Summer 2027 Supply Chain Optimization internship. You will analyze data, identify trends, and offer recommendations that influence key business decisions within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The program emphasizes analytical development, leadership exposure, and cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Product teams, culminating in a leadership-ready presentation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional business experience within Supply Chain or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable with data.
• Ability to establish relationships across levels and with vendors; negotiation experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to present to senior management to influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Translate operational, supply chain, and customer insights into actionable recommendations.
• Deliver a high-impact project that improves efficiency, service levels, inventory, or operating performance.
• Develop and present actionable recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support strategic initiatives, process improvements, or cost-savings efforts.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Product Management, Finance, and more to solve business problems.
• Prepare leadership-ready presentations or reports to share findings.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Analytical thinking

Presenting to senior management

Vendor negotiation experience

Education

MBA candidate

Job description

## MBA Intern, Supply Chain Optimization - Summer 2027Applyremote type: Hybridlocations: Northfield, Illinois: University Recruitingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R2615857**Job Summary**With over 50 years of consecutive growth, Medline has more than 43,000 employees worldwide and business in over 125 countries. Recently named one of the nation’s "Best and Brightest Companies to Work For,” we have a state-of-the-art headquarters in Northfield, IL, and a dynamic city office at the Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago. We are proud to offer opportunities for those who are curious, collaborative, and ready to make an impact. The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly, and our customers rely on us for solutions backed by smart, data-driven thinking. Medline’s MBA Internship Program offers MBA students a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully while developing the analytical and leadership skills needed to grow their careers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This 12-week summer internship is designed to immerse professionals within our Supply Chain Optimization organization, tasked with analyzing data, identifying trends, and making recommendations that influence key business decisions. Interns will gain exposure to senior leaders, participate in professional development sessions, and build lasting connections through curated networking opportunities.**Job Description****Internship Responsibilities:** Intern responsibilities will vary based on functional placement, but typical responsibilities include:* Translate operational, supply chain, and customer insights into actionable recommendations.* Deliver a high-impact project that improves efficiency, service levels, inventory, or operating performance.* Develop and present actionable recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders* Support strategic initiatives, process improvements, or cost-savings efforts* Collaborate with teams across Sales, Operations, Product Management, Finance, and more to solve real business problems* Prepare leadership-ready presentations or reports to share findings**Qualifications:*** Currently pursuing an MBA degree* 3+ years of professional business experience within Supply Chain or a related field* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfort working with data* Ability to establish and maintain relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, in the business community* & with vendors along with preferred negotiation experience* Demonstrated ability to present to senior management with the purpose of influencing decisionsMedline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.The anticipated salary range for this position:$92,000.00 - $138,000.00 AnnualThe actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.Our benefit package includes 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp for interns and temporary roles.We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here.Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.