Supply Chain Operations Industrial Engineer - Corporate Internship - Summer 2027 - Riverside, CA

Nordstrom Inc; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision

Dental

Retirement plan

PTO accruals

Holidays

Merchandise discount

EAP resources

Job summary

Nordstrom Inc. is seeking motivated summer interns to join the field supply chain engineering team in Riverside, CA. You will design, test, and implement solutions to improve productivity, safety, and cost efficiency across the distribution network.

As an Engineering Intern, you will participate in process design, data collection, and project management activities, with opportunities for full-time roles upon completion. Pay is hourly and housing/travel are sponsored for the program.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a mechanical, industrial, or related technical bachelor’s or master’s program.
• Expected graduation between Dec 2027 and Aug 2028.
• Strong analytical thinking and ability to identify inefficiencies.
• Experience with data analysis, Excel, and SQL is a plus.
• Willing to relocate to a distribution/fulfillment center.

Responsibilities

• Develop process flow design, productivity measures, and time studies.
• Lead parts of the project management life cycle with business cases.
• Design and refine engineered solutions in distribution or fulfillment.
• Apply analytical mindset to quantify improvements and cost impact.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and evaluate new vendors/tools.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data collection

Excel (advanced)

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or master's in mechanical/industrial or related

Tools

SQL

Job description

Nordstrom is seeking summer interns who are highly motivated and focused on the customer experience to join our field supply chain engineering team. As a Nordstrom Supply Chain Industrial Engineering Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers and operations leaders to design, test, and implement solutions that improve productivity, safety, and cost efficiency across our distribution network. You will gain hands-on exposure to the technology and processes that power one of the nation's largest retail supply chains. High-performing interns will be considered for full-time opportunities upon successful completion of the program.

As an engineering intern, you will:

Developing process flow design and mapping, productivity measures, time studies, data collection, and computational analyses Leading components of the project management life cycle, including business case analysis, detailed requirements, and issues management, and building business cases and presenting strategy recommendations to senior leadership across the organization Designing, implementing, and refining engineered solutions within distribution or fulfillment center operations, including leading edge distribution technology Applying an analytical mindset to identify, quantify, and reengineer inefficiencies within existing processes Partnering with cross-functional teams to scope problems, design solutions, and quantify financial impact Researching emerging technologies and evaluating potential automation or vendor partners, and supporting vendor and technology evaluations from proof of concept through deployment and performance tracking

You own this if you:

Are enrolled in a mechanical, industrial, or other relevant technical bachelor's or master's degree program currently Have an expected graduation date between December 2027—August 2028 Enjoy applying analytical thinking to identify inefficiencies and reengineer existing processes Demonstrate strong analytics skills with experience in writing queries, leveraging AI, and advanced Excel tools Have proven project management skills, including business case development and stakeholder presentations Possess a foundational understanding of engineering design principles and distribution automation technology Communicate effectively and partner well with cross-functional teams Are curious about emerging technologies and enjoy evaluating new vendors or tools Are willing to re-locate to a distribution or fulfillment center

What’s next?

The 2027 summer internship program is 10 weeks long from June 14th - August 20th 2027 in Riverside, CA. Travel and housing are sponsored during program participation. Interviews will take place in October 2026. We anticipate hiring decisions being made by November 2027. The hourly rate is $34.00. At this time, Nordstrom cannot provide sponsorship now or in the future for this role. This includes interested parties who currently hold an F-1, H-1, TN, J-1, OPT, or CPT visa.

Pay Range Details

Pay ranges may be different for other locations. Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

• $22.50 - $37.50 Hourly

We’ve got you covered…

• Medical/Vision
• Dental
• Retirement and Paid Time Away
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Merchandise Discount
• EAP Resources

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses.

• 401k
• medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options
• PTO accruals
• Holidays
• and more.

Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact the nearest Nordstrom location, which can be identified at www.nordstrom.com.

About Us

We’re a fast-moving fashion company that started as a shoe store in 1901. This heritage of service is the foundation we’re building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. We empower our people to be innovative, creative and focused on providing the best service to our customers. Through it all, we remain committed to leaving the world better than we found it. Whether you’re a genius engineer, a phenomenal salesperson or a supply chain pro, we invite you to bring your unique talents and join our team. We reward great work, promote from within and celebrate diversity.

CUSTOMER OBSESSED

We strive to know our customers better than anyone else. We listen, anticipate, build trust and move with speed to deliver on their needs.

OWNERS AT HEART

We treat every interaction as an opportunity to make an impact and deliver excellence.

CURIOUS AND EVER CHANGING

We approach problems with curiosity and create solutions. We unlock potential to be bold, think big and inspire innovation.

HERE TO WIN

We’re committed to delivering results, both today and tomorrow. We win as a team by supporting and challenging one another to be better every day.

WE EXTEND OURSELVES

We treat each other with respect and kindness. We do the small things that make a big difference. We create a welcoming environment, helping people feel connected, valued and part of one community. Come on! Join us!