Supply Chain Intern

Foster Corporation
  • Connecticut
    12 days ago

    Job Description

    The Supply Chain Intern (Non-Technical) position provides an opportunity for a college student or recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in a corporate environment. The intern will work under the guidance of a supervisor and mentor to support business initiatives, process improvements, and data management activities. This role will help the intern develop practical skills in communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and business analysis while contributing meaningful work to the organization.
     
    Experience & Education
    • Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Management, or other related field.
    • Strong academic standing and demonstrated interest in learning about manufacturing or industrial business environments.
    • Previous internship, co-op, or relevant work experience is a plus but not required.
     
    Skills & Competencies
    • Problem-Solving: Ability to identify challenges, gather data, and propose effective solutions or process improvements.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
    • Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
    • Curious, proactive, and willing to take initiative on assignments.
    • Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
    • Ability to learn new systems, tools, and business processes quickly.
     
    Primary Responsibilities
    • Assist with day-to-day operations and administrative support within assigned department.
    • Conduct research, data collection, and analysis to support ongoing projects.
    • Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries of findings for review by leadership.
    • Participate in meetings and contribute ideas or perspectives on process improvements.
    • Support the creation or revision of documentation, forms, or communication materials.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on assigned business projects.
    • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all work assignments.
    • Engage in learning activities, training sessions, and professional development events.
     
    Key Goals & Deliverables
    • Successfully complete assigned projects and tasks within established deadlines.
    • Demonstrate growth in professional skills such as communication, organization, and problem solving.
    • Gain a foundational understanding of GEON’s business operations and corporate culture.
    • Deliver a final presentation or report summarizing internship experiences, outcomes, and recommendations.
    • Receive positive feedback from supervisor and peers regarding contribution and engagement.

    Work Environment & Physical Demands
    • Primarily office-based with use of computers, office equipment, and communication tools.
    • May involve limited site visits or tours of operational facilities depending on department.
    • Occasional standing, walking, or light lifting (<25 pounds).
    • Must comply with all GEON safety and conduct standards during work and site activities.

    Travel Requirements
    • Minimal travel required; may include short trips for meetings, training, or site visits depending on project needs.
     
    Standard Daily Work
    • Complete assigned tasks and check in with mentor or supervisor for feedback.
    • Participate in team meetings and take notes or follow-up actions as needed.
    • Conduct research, prepare documents, and assist with project coordination.
    • Communicate progress and challenges to supervisor in a timely manner.

    Standard Weekly Work
    • Provide weekly updates on project progress and key learnings.
    • Attend department or intern program meetings.
    • Collaborate with other interns or team members on cross-functional initiatives.
    • Continue development of project deliverables and assist with data organization or reporting.

    Standard Monthly Work
    • Participate in training sessions, site tours, or networking events as part of the internship program.
    • Review progress against internship objectives and receive feedback from mentor or manager.
    • Update or finalize documentation, reports, or presentations related to assigned projects.

    Standard Quarterly Work
    • Present project outcomes or learnings to department leadership.
    • Participate in end-of-term performance reviews and feedback sessions.
    • Evaluate professional development goals and identify next steps for continued growth
     
    Various benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, spending accounts and 401(k).

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationConnecticut
    Websitehttps://www.fostercomp.com/about-foster-corporation/employment-opportunities/

    Skills

    • Administrative Skillsunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Business Analysisunmatched
    • Business Operationsunmatched
    • Business Processesunmatched
    • Business Supportunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Data Collectionunmatched
    • Data Managementunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 25 Poundsunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Meeting Minutesunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
    • Microsoft Wordunmatched
    • Networking Eventsunmatched
    • Office Equipmentunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Performance Reviewsunmatched
    • Physical Demandsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Project Developmentunmatched
    • Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
    • Reporting Skillsunmatched
    • Research Skillsunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Set Goalsunmatched
    • Supply Chainunmatched
    • Supply Chain Managementunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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