About the role#
This is a 12-week, full-time paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work on-site and gain hands-on experience in purchasing and procurement while working alongside industry professionals. Interns are assigned a dedicated mentor and participate in networking events and lunch sessions to build their business knowledge.
What you'll do#
- Learn the fundamentals of supply chain operations, including demand planning and vendor relations.
- Maintain inventory levels and create product ordering strategies.
- Use data to anticipate inventory trends and evaluate how vendors perform.
- Build and manage professional relationships with vendors.
- Forecast customer purchases to help guide future planning.
What you'll need#
- Junior-status college student majoring in Supply Chain Management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organizational, collaboration, and communication skills.
- A dedicated work ethic.
- Experience with Access is preferred.
Location & details#
- This role is on-site at one of our locations in Pleasant Prairie, WI, Milwaukee, WI, Kenosha, WI, Waukegan, IL, or Glenview, IL.
- Complimentary housing is provided for out-of-town interns.
- Perks include access to an on-site fitness center and a café with meals prepared by executive chefs.
About Uline
Uline is a distributor of shipping, packaging, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1980, the company is privately held and maintains its headquarters in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. It employs approximately 6,975 people across multiple locations in North America. The business provides products including janitorial supplies, material moving equipment, and warehouse gear.
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