About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience within the Nordstrom supply chain engineering team. You will work alongside operations leaders and engineers to test and implement solutions that improve safety, cost efficiency, and productivity across our distribution network. This is a 10-week, full-time, paid program running from June 14, 2027, to August 20, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Develop process flow designs, time studies, and computational analyses.
- Lead components of the project management life cycle, including business case development and issues management.
- Present strategy recommendations to senior leadership.
- Design and refine engineered solutions for fulfillment center operations.
- Identify and reengineer inefficiencies using an analytical approach.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to scope problems and quantify financial impacts.
- Research emerging technologies and evaluate automation or vendor partners from proof of concept through deployment.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a mechanical, industrial, or relevant technical bachelor's or master's degree program.
- Expected graduation date between December 2027 and August 2028.
- Strong analytical skills, including experience with advanced Excel tools, writing queries, and leveraging AI.
- Foundational understanding of engineering design principles and distribution automation technology.
- Proven project management skills, including the ability to develop business cases and present to stakeholders.
- Willingness to relocate to a distribution or fulfillment center.
- Note: Nordstrom cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Location & details#
- Location: Riverside, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $34.00 per hour.
- Travel and housing are provided during the program.
About Nordstrom
Nordstrom is a retail company based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1901, the organization operates as a public company. It employs more than 10,000 people. The business focuses on customer service and maintains commitments to community support and environmental responsibility.
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