Supply Chain Planning Intern - Real-World Growth

Benchmark Electronics; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Benchmark Electronics in Phoenix/Tempe is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Intern to support production scheduling, vendor and inventory management, and supply chain analysis. This role offers hands-on learning and exposure to end-to-end planning while developing real-world skills in a manufacturing environment.

The internship is part-time (20-30 hours/week) with a schedule Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:30pm, and pay of 21 USD per hour. High-performing interns may be considered for future full-time roles.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• Experience with data analysis and MS Excel encouraged.
• Interest in supply chain planning and manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze MRP outputs to identify shortages, excess inventory, and demand-driven requirements.
• Create manufacturing work orders to support demand, inventory targets and capacity.
• Generate Outside Processing (OSP) purchase orders for subcontracted operations.
• Coordinate with OSP suppliers to manage orders, delivery and capacity.
• Monitor supplier performance and escalate risks or delays to planning team.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Production, and Operations to adjust schedules.
• Assist in evaluating impact of schedule changes on production plans and customer delivery dates.
• Support kitting and material availability with Logistics and Production teams.
• Maintain ERP data and provide status updates to stakeholders.
• Assist with cycle counts and improve inventory accuracy.
• Develop reports tracking demand, supply, production status, and KPIs.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to learn end-to-end processes.

Skills

Analytical

Excel

Communication

Education

Currently pursuing degree in Supply Chain/Business or related field

Tools

ERP system tools

Job description

Benchmark Electronics in Phoenix/Tempe is seeking a Supply Chain Planning Intern to support production scheduling, vendor and inventory management, and supply chain analysis. This role offers hands-on learning and exposure to end-to-end planning while developing real-world skills in a manufacturing environment.

The internship is part-time (20-30 hours/week) with a schedule Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:30pm, and pay of 21 USD per hour. High-performing interns may be considered for future full-time roles.