Supply Chain Intern

Why Choose an Internship with The Shyft Group:

 Interning with The Shyft Group provides students with a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the specialty vehicle industry, where innovation and excellence are at the forefront. As an intern, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritizes mentorship and professional growth. You'll work alongside seasoned professionals who are eager to share their expertise, guiding you through hands-on projects that have real-world impact. The Shyft Group is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of talent by offering comprehensive training, valuable networking opportunities, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies. Joining The Shyft Group means gaining not just industry experience, but also positioning yourself for a promising career within a forward-thinking organization that invests in your success.

Who we are:

At The Shyft Group we are driven to deliver. Proudly the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis bring people, goods, and services where they need to be.
 

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands -- Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, and Builtmore™. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, every ride.
 

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road — for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.
 

With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward — leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
 

What you’ll gain:
As a Supply Chain Intern, you will gain knowledge and understanding of the business through hands-on activities, coaching, and projects. A few learning opportunities include:

• Cost Reduction and Optimization: Identifying and supporting the implementation of cost reduction, network optimization, and process improvement opportunities.
• KPI Monitoring: Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and providing solutions for continuous improvement.
• Customer and Operational Support: Responding to customer and operational needs by answering e-mails, phone calls, tracking shipments, and recovering shipments to service our customers.
• Claims Management: Researching and minimizing claims to improve overall efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Data Analysis: Analyzing supply chain data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Collaboration: Working with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance supply chain operations.

What you need to be successful:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, in a field related to the internship
• Minimum GPA requirement of a 3.0

Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic project management or organizational skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Positive attitude and adaptability to new challenges.

Availability:

• Willingness to commit to the internship duration, typically 10-12 weeks for a summer internship.
• Ability to work in the location where the internship is offered.