Supply Chain Intern Group: Filtration Group N. America Division: Engine Mobile Original Equipment Division (EMOE) Location : USA HOLLY SPRINGS MS RACOR Job Family : Supply Chain/Logistics Job Type : Regular Posted : Feb 18, 2026 Job ID : 63233 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved A Supply Chain Intern supports day-to-day supply chain operations and improvement initiatives across areas such as procurement, inventory, logistics, planning, and supplier management. This role provides hands-on experience with data analysis, process documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to improve service levels, cost, and efficiency. Key Responsibilities Supply Chain Operations Support + Assist with purchase order (PO) tracking, order confirmations, and delivery follow-ups. + Support inventory monitoring, cycle count preparation, and stock discrepancy investigations. + Help coordinate inbound/outbound shipments and resolve routine logistics issues. Data & Reporting + Collect, clean, and analyze supply chain data (e.g., lead times, on-time delivery, inventory turns). + Build and maintain dashboards or recurring reports in Excel/BI tools. + Support root-cause analysis for service, cost, or quality variances. Planning & Forecast Support + Assist with demand/supply planning activities, including forecast updates and supply alignment. + Help maintain planning parameters (e.g., safety stock, reorder points) under supervision. + Participate in S&OP or weekly planning meetings by preparing summaries and trackers. Process Improvement + Document current processes (SOPs/work instructions) and identify improvement opportunities. + Support Lean/continuous improvement projects (e.g., reducing lead time, improving accuracy). + Help implement changes and measure results using defined KPIs. Supplier & Cross-Functional Collaboration + Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to gather updates and clarify requirements. + Support vendor performance tracking (OTIF, quality incidents, responsiveness). + Coordinate with finance, production, customer service, and warehousing teams as needed. Required Qualifications + Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field. + Basic understanding of supply chain concepts (procurement, logistics, inventory, planning). + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas; Power Query a plus). + Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. + Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications + Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, etc.). + Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) and/or SQL. + Prior internship, co-op, or project work in operations, logistics, manufacturing, or procurement. + Exposure to Lean/Six Sigma concepts (coursework or certification is a plus). Core Competencies + Attention to detail and data accuracy + Problem-solving and critical thinking + Teamwork and stakeholder management + Initiative and learning agility + Time management and prioritization Typical Deliverables + Weekly KPI reports (SOTR, inventory levels, backlog, lead-time trends) + PO/shipment trackers and exception logs + Process maps and SOP updates + Improvement project summaries and presentations Work Environment & Schedule (Example) + On-site + Internship duration: 10–12 weeks (summer) Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (https://www.eeoc.gov/employees-job-applicants)