The Supply Chain Intern will support day-to-day operations for our publishing supply chain, helping ensure books and related products are accurately produced, stocked, and shipped to customers on time. This role supports inventory tracking, purchase orders, fulfillment coordination, and operational reporting. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with data in Excel/Google Sheets.
This internship provides hands-on experience in the behind-the-scenes work that keeps a publishing operation running smoothly—from print runs and inbound receiving to pick/pack/ship fulfillment performance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with tracking purchase orders (POs), supplier timelines, and shipment status
- Support inventory monitoring, including identifying stockouts, backorders, and excess inventory
- Maintain and update supply chain trackers and reports
- Help analyze data related to:
- lead times
- order accuracy
- freight/shipping performance
- inventory turns / on-hand levels
- Coordinate with internal teams (operations, customer service, accounting, etc.) to resolve order or inventory issues
- Support process improvement projects ( improving tracker systems, documentation, workflow efficiency)
- Prepare weekly summaries or dashboards for leadership, as needed
- Assist with general administrative tasks supporting supply chain operations
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
We welcome students who:
- Are currently pursuing an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree.
- Have a strong desire to learn, grow, and make meaningful contributions.
- Bring excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrate a proactive, positive, and motivated attitude.
- Exemplify and live our core values of humility, passion, and integrity.
WHAT WILL YOU GAIN?
- Hands-on experience with real-world supply chain operations and data.
- Opportunities to develop skills that strengthen your resume such as purchasing, inventory planning, logistics coordination, data analysis, and vendor relationships.
- Experience in a supportive and collaborative company culture.
- Real-world experience to prepare you for your future career.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Logistics, Analytics, or related field
- Strong proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets (filters, formulas, basic analysis)
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Benefits
Remote
Paid Internship
