Supply Chain Internship - Summer 2027 - Corporate

OSI Group; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401k with match

Comprehensive benefits

Time off

Job summary

OSI Group is offering an internship in Aurora, IL focused on supply chain and data analytics. The program is project-based, giving hands-on experience on yield improvement, waste reduction, and process optimization.

You will learn to perform data collection with MS Access/Excel, develop models, and present findings to senior management. This role involves cross-functional collaboration and exposure to real-world manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a 4-year degree in SCM, mathematics/statistics, engineering or CS.
• Junior or senior-year students will be considered for internships.
• Internship involves project-based work with Lean Six Sigma exposure.

Responsibilities

• Support the supply chain group on a day-to-day basis.
• Collect and analyze data using MS Access/Excel.
• Create mathematical models using relevant data sources.
• Manage technical projects to achieve targeted cost savings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Safety, Quality, Warehouse, IT.
• Map processes and perform root-cause analyses with Lean Six Sigma.
• Formally present recommendations and findings to senior management.

Skills

MS Excel

Data analysis

Mathematical modeling

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Supply Chain Management / Engineering / Mathematics / Computer Science coursework

Tools

MS Access

Job description

Job Responsibilities

The intern will be assigned a project in which it is determined by the needs of the business.

Our internships provide an opportunity to learn what it takes to run a food manufacturing line. Your experience will be project based, with projects varying depending on current business needs. Typical projects include process improvement projects, related to improving yield, reducing waste, etc. As an intern you can expect to gain valuable experience and insight into the workings of food manufacturing environment. At conclusion of Internship, you are expected to prepare a final presentation on the results of your assigned project(s) and will present your findings to members of the corporate management team.

• Provide day-to-day support to the supply chain group.
• Perform intermediate to advanced data collection and analysis using MS Access/Excel
• Create mathematical models using appropriate techniques and leveraging secondary and tertiary data
• Manage technical projects and initiatives to deliver targeted cost savings
• Cross-functional collaboration with other departments (Operations, Safety, Quality, Warehouse, IT, etc.)
• Map out processes and conduct root-cause analyses by applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Formally present recommendations and findings to senior management

Required Skills

• Currently pursuing a 4-year degree at an accredited institution, preferably with completed coursework related to Supply Chain Management, Mathematics/Statistics, Engineering or Computer Science
• Typically, student currently between their Junior and Senior years will be considered for internships

Compensation/Benefits

The hourly range for this role is $22.00. Offers are typically made between the minimum and midpoint of the range, based on skills, experience, and internal equity. In rare cases, highly qualified candidates may receive an offer above the midpoint; however, offers at the maximum of the range are not customary. The salary range posted represents the low and high end of OSI’s salary range for this position. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, location, education, skills, experience, and performance. Base salary is one component of OSI’s overall total rewards package.

• Other components may include bonuses, special pay programs, comprehensive time off, 401k with match, and a full suite of benefit offerings for you and your family.

Work Environment

• Work is generally performed within a business professional office environment, with standard office equipment available.
• Work conditions are typical of an office environment.
• This role does not require any domestic travel
• Position may require the physical agility of lifting up to 15 pounds
• Position may require frequent and/or infrequent of bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, controls and standing/walking on concrete flooring.
• Position may require the physical ability to stand/walk for Less than 4 hours.

The OSI Group is a premier food processing partner to leading brands across the globe with over 40 operations in 17 countries. Our worldwide operations create and manufacture custom beef, pork poultry, pizza, baked goods, seafood, produce and other products for our customers. Since OSI opened its first family meat market in Chicago in 1909, one thing has remained steadfast: our unwavering dedication to our customers' success. Our customers describe us as a results-oriented global company full of highly talented, motivated, "can-do" people. Partners they trust to deliver what they need on time, every time. If this describes you, OSI may be the place for you to start or build on your career.