Supply Chain OPEX Intern - Summer 2027

Genuine Parts Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) invites you to join its 10-week Supply Chain OPEX Intern program in Atlanta, running May 24 – July 30, 2027. You will support cost-saving opportunities, analyze processes with cross-functional teams, and drive solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.

You will gain hands-on experience, build your professional skills, and present findings to senior leaders. This in-person internship emphasizes development, leadership exposure, and community connection within the

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Background using data querying and visualization tools is a plus.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented; effective communication and teamwork.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required.

Responsibilities

• Support cost-saving projects within the supply chain organization
• Collect and analyze data to measure performance and track results
• Partner with teams across the business to implement process improvements
• Share project updates, insights, and recommendations with team members and leaders

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

MS Office

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Data visualization tools

Job description

Job Summary

Are you ready to spend your summer as a part of something special? Imagine being with a company whose reputation for excellence paves the way for endless success. At Genuine Parts Company (GPC), people build long-lasting, highly satisfying careers and make a real difference in the community. Our 10-week summer internship program will be in person in Atlanta and run from May 24 – July 30, 2027.

As a Supply Chain Operational Excellence (OPEX) Intern, you will support cost‑saving opportunities within the supply chain working with cross‑functional teams to analyze processes, provide solutions, implement changes, and track outcomes. This is an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, make a meaningful impact, and contribute to projects that drive real business results.

As an intern at GPC, you can look forward to:

Meaningful Work: Contribute to projects that support key business priorities and showcase your impact through a final presentation to senior leaders.

Professional Development: Participate in development experiences designed to build your skills, confidence, and understanding of the workplace.

Leadership Exposure: Hear from and connect with leaders across the organization, including senior executives, to learn more about our business,leadership, and career growth.

Connection & Community: Build relationships with fellow interns and employees through networking, social events, and collaborative experiences.

Responsibilities

• Support cost-savings projects within the supply chain organization
• Collect and analyze data to measure performance and track results
• Partner with teams across the business to implement process improvements
• Share project updates, insights, and recommendations with team members and leaders

Qualifications

• Currently a rising junior or senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Engineering, or other related field required.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Background using data querying and visualization tools is a plus
• Self‑motivated and detail oriented
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.25 GPA or above preferred.

Leadership Skills

• Embodies the following values: serve, perform, influence, respect, innovate, team.
• Effectively communicates by motivating and inspiring others through clear and proactive communication.
• Delivers results and drives customer success by committing and focusing on outcomes to deliver results and making the customer the center of decisions.
• Makes balanced decisions and thinks strategically by being a forward thinker.

Physical Demands / Working Environment

• Expected to operate in a professional office environment.
• The 2027 program will run from May 24 – July 20, 2027
• The work week is 40 hours.
• Working hours are M-F 8:00AM – 5:00PM with a 1-hour lunch break.

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.