Production Planning Intern

Entegris, Inc.; Beaver Brook (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Entegris, Inc. in Danbury, CT is seeking a Production Planning Intern for Summer 2027 to support production scheduling, inventory management, and data analysis in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will work with cross-functional teams, gaining hands-on ERP experience (SAP), and completing a capstone internship project presenting findings to Supply Chain leadership.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student pursuing a related degree.
• Available to work 40 hours/week, June through August.
• Familiar with university co-op requirements.
• Must not require visa sponsorship for employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and maintaining production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability.
• Monitor inventory, planned orders, production orders, and work order status to identify potential supply risks.
• Analyze planning and manufacturing data and prepare reports that support timely business decisions.
• Support SAP ERP and master data maintenance, including MRP parameters, lead times, lot sizes, and planning settings.
• Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings, document action items, and track follow-up activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, Engineering, Logistics, and Quality to address material and scheduling issues.
• Support capacity planning, schedule adherence analysis, and root-cause reviews for performance gaps.
• Use Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar tools to improve dashboards, metrics, and reporting visibility.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, data accuracy, and manual workflows.
• Complete and present an internship project with findings and recommendations to Supply Chain and Operations leadership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills (written & oral)

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's in SCM/IE/Operations/Analytics

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

MS Excel

Job description

Production Planning Intern

Production Planning Intern - Summer 2027

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue the mission.

The Role:

Our site in Danbury, CT is seeking a Production Planning Intern to join our team for the Summer 2027 season. This assignment is intended to be 12-14 weeks in duration.

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Production Planning Intern to join our Supply Chain team. This role provides hands‑on experience supporting production planning, inventory management, scheduling, and data analysis in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The intern will work closely with Production Planning, Operations, Procurement, Engineering, Logistics, and Quality to help improve planning visibility and execution.

The internship is designed to build practical experience with ERP systems, supply chain analytics, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement while contributing to a meaningful business project.

What You'll Do:

• Assist with creating and maintaining production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability.
• Monitor inventory, planned orders, production orders, and work order status to identify potential supply risks.
• Analyze planning and manufacturing data and prepare reports that support timely business decisions.
• Support SAP ERP and master data maintenance, including MRP parameters, lead times, lot sizes, and planning settings.
• Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings, document action items, and track follow‑up activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, Engineering, Logistics, and Quality to address material and scheduling issues.
• Support capacity planning, schedule adherence analysis, and root‑cause reviews for performance gaps.
• Use Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar tools to improve dashboards, metrics, and reporting visibility.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, data accuracy, and manual workflows.
• Complete and present an internship project with findings and recommendations to Supply Chain and Operations leadership.

What We Seek:

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and collaborate in a team environment.

Desired Major(s) & Graduation Year:

Expected graduation year: 2027or later (flexible based on program requirements).

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, or a related field.

Eligibility:

• Must be a currently enrolled student
• Available to work 40 hours a week, M-F (8a-5p) beginning in June through August
• Must be familiar with the university's requirements to participate in a co-op program

Entegris is not currently hiring candidates for co-ops/internships who will need, now or at any time in the future, Entegris sponsorship through the H1-B lottery.

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

Why work at Entegris?

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.

Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization - not just when it's convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

Compensation: $20-$30/hour range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role

Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.