Supply Chain Intern - Summer 2027

Pella Corporation; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Corporation in Pella, IA invites a Supply Chain Intern for Summer 2027 to gain hands-on experience in materials management, procurement, and operations. You'll work with experienced professionals to analyze processes, support strategic initiatives, and contribute to projects that improve efficiency and business results.

This internship offers real-world exposure to how materials, suppliers, and internal partners collaborate to support manufacturing, with a focus on problem solving, data

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related major.
• Strong academic standing.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, or campus involvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with and influence others.
• Experience solving problems and organizing tasks.
• Ability to learn new processes quickly.
• Experience leading projects, initiatives, or team efforts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with materials management, procurement, and supply chain operations.
• Analyze business processes and support strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to projects that improve efficiency and drive business results.
• Develop skills in problem solving, data analysis, project management, cross‑functional collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Problem solving

Teamwork / collaboration

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Quick learner

Ability to influence others

Project experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain / Logistics or related major

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Supply Chain Intern - Summer 2027
Location: Pella, IA (Onsite)
Duration: end of May - early August

Responsibilities

Position Summary

As a Supply Chain Intern, you'll gain hands‑on experience supporting Pella's Supply Chain organization with a focus on materials management, procurement, and supply chain operations. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll help analyze business processes, support strategic initiatives, and contribute to projects that improve efficiency and drive business results.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful, real‑world experience while helping you develop a deeper understanding of how materials, suppliers, and internal partners work together to support manufacturing operations. You'll have the opportunity to build skills in problem solving, data analysis, project management, cross‑functional collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Interns are entrusted with work similar to what we expect of entry‑level Supply Chain professionals who join Pella after graduation, providing valuable experience and exposure to a variety of supply chain disciplines while making a meaningful impact on the business.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree from a four‑year college or university in Supply Chain, Logistics or related major.
• Strong academic standing.
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, or involvement through campus organizations, work experience, athletics, volunteer activities, or other experiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and related tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with and influence others.
• Experience problem solving and the ability to organize.
• Effective problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn new processes and concepts quickly.
• Experience leading projects, initiatives, or team efforts from planning through execution is preferred.
• Ability to be successful in a fast‑paced team‑based work environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation: The starting pay rate for this position is $23.00 per hour. Compensation for this role is established through Pella Corporation's internship program. Eligible participants may receive transition assistance in accordance with company policies and program guidelines.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

Pella Corporation is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Tobacco-Free Work Environment.Post-offer background check and drug screen required.Pella participates in E- Verify.Pella will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Pella Corporation provides a working environment free of discrimination and harassment.Pella Corporation treats all persons equally, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age or disability, as each is protected under federal law. A number of states in which Pella operates have laws protecting classifications of Team Members not necessarily protected under federal law. Therefore, Pella also treats all persons equally, regardless of political affiliation and belief, pregnancy, national origin, age, creed, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, mental disorder, veteran status, ancestry or handicap as each category is protected under a municipal ordinance or state law.