Supply Chain OPEX Intern - Summer 2027

Genuine Parts Company; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company (GPC) invites rising juniors and seniors to join a 10-week OPEX internship in Atlanta this summer. You will work with cross-functional teams to analyze processes, implement improvements, and track outcomes across the supply chain.

The program runs May 24–July 30, 2027, in person, with a cohort experience, opportunities to present to senior leaders, and a focus on hands-on learning and professional development.

Qualifications

• Currently a rising junior or senior 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.
• Experience with data querying and visualization tools is a plus.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented, and effective in teamwork and communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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 thinking

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL / data querying

Education

Undergraduate degree in SCM/related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL / data querying

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. Our internship program is designed as a cohort experience, bringing interns from across the organization together to learn, grow, and build connections throughout the summer. While gaining hands‑on experience within your team, you'll also be part of a community of fellow interns sharing the journey alongside you. 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.

Program Details

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale. Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.