Supply Chain Intern

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

East Penn Manufacturing Company, Inc. invites students to join Navitas Systems as a Supply Chain Intern in our Ann Arbor, MI facilities.

The role supports Materials and Supply Chain teams with inventory management, planning, and procurement activities, offering hands-on experience in data analysis and process improvements. This on-site internship requires full-time college enrollment and at least 25 hours per week for 3 months (Sep 2026–Dec 2026).

Qualifications

• Full-time college enrollment pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations management, or business administration.
• US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
• Able to work on site in Ann Arbor, MI
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong computer and spreadsheet skills

Responsibilities

• Participate in internship program with data analysis and inventory set-ups.
• Assist with data analysis, process improvements and inventory control.
• Work with multiple functional groups within Material Planning.
• Follow safety guidelines and work on site as required

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Job description

Get to know East Penn!

Navitas Systems LLC, a leader in comprehensive energy storage solutions, was formed in 2011 with the merger of MicroSun Innovative Energy Storage Solutions and MicroSun Electronics, and the acquisition of lithium battery company A123 Systems’ Government Solutions Group. In 2019, East Penn Manufacturing, one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers, acquired majority interest in Navitas Systems. In SEVEN remarkable decades, East Penn has grown from a one-room shop with a product line of five automotive batteries to one of the world’s leading battery manufacturers with over 10,500 full-time employees, 515 product designs, operations around the world, and hundreds of awards for industry excellence.

At our Navitas facilities we engage in the research, design, development, and manufacture of advanced lithium cells and energy storage products and systems for both commercial and industrial customers. We invest in our people, they are and always will be the heart of this company. Are you ready to join a family-owned enterprise committed to honoring the contributions of everyone? Then Navitas is the right place for you.

Overview

The Supply Chain Intern supports the Materials and Supply Chain teams by assisting with daily operations and continuous improvement initiatives across inventory management, planning, and procurement. This role provides hands‑on experience in key supply chain functions, including inventory control, cycle counting, forecasting, scheduling, change management, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Working closely with the Purchasing team, the intern will assist with procurement activities, help coordinate the purchase of materials based on business needs, and support efforts to maintain inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. The intern will also participate in inventory variance investigations, root cause analysis, and process improvement projects using data‑driven analytical skills.

Designed for students pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field, this internship offers valuable exposure to a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Interns will have opportunities to develop practical supply chain knowledge, contribute to meaningful projects, present recommendations to leadership, and shadow experienced professionals to gain a deeper understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain operations. This position is based in a temperature‑controlled manufacturing environment. Must be able to work ON SITE at our Ann Arbor, MI facility a minimum of 25 hours per week. This internship will last 3 months from Sep 2026-Dec 2026.

Responsibilities

• As a Material Planning Intern you will: Participate in a carefully designed internship program that will provide you with meaningful work and learning opportunities. You will learn about Navitas, have an opportunity to work with multiple functional groups within Material Planning assisting with data analysis, process improvements and inventory set‑ups and a variety of other projects
• Follow all safety guidelines and operate in a safe manner
• Physical presence on the job is essential and necessary
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Full‑time college enrollment, working towards bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations management, or business administration
• US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
• Able to work on site in Ann Arbor, MI

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Working knowledge of personal computers, spreadsheet applications and keyboarding
• Desire to learn, question, and research solutions to problems
• Organized with the ability to manage deadlines
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.