About the role#
This internship offers an opportunity to gain experience in merchandising operations and product lifecycle management. You will work with a mentor who will assign projects and tasks to support the team. This position is based on-site in Greenville, Wisconsin, and requires a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week during the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Learn to work cross-functionally with various departments, leaders, and vendors.
- Gain exposure to the product lifecycle from ideation to disposition.
- Maintain supplier data and ensure data integrity.
- Communicate directly with customers, vendors, and carriers.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and solve problems.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 4-year college or university as a Junior or Senior.
- Pursuing a degree in Business, Merchandising, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Operations Management.
- Strong technical computer navigation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and V-Look up capabilities.
- Ability to work full-time hours for the duration of the summer.
- Self-motivation, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Greenville, Wisconsin.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $17-$19 per hour.
- Employment Status: Paid, full-time internship.
About School Specialty
School Specialty provides learning environments and educational supplies to PreK-12 institutions. The company operates in the United States and Canada. It designs, manufactures, and distributes products ranging from classroom furniture and technology to science curricula. Founded in 1959, the organization is based in Greenville, Wisconsin, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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