Internship Program in Supply Chain

Distribution Management Inc. is offering a hands-on internship program for students who are seeking real-world experience in supply chain and distribution operations. Over the course of the 11-week paid internship program, participants will work closely with their peers, operations teams, and other industry professionals to gain an in-depth knowledge of distribution center processes. 

At the beginning of the summer, interns will be immersed in a month-long rotation program where they will be guided through every department of the distribution center by process experts. Interns will then have the opportunity to apply what they learned through a series of process improvement projects. The intern class will work together on the first project to provide a solution to an assigned problem. Interns will conclude the program by selecting their own process improvement project that they will plan, test, and present to a panel of supply chain leaders and executives. 

Responsibilities include:

• Develop a thorough understanding of distribution center processes, including: 
  • Receiving items into the building and updating inventory records.  
  • Identifying and correcting inventory discrepancies.
  • Slotting items in efficient pick locations. 
  • Picking orders via robotics, forklift, or manual processes. 
  • Packing orders with an optimal boxing solution. 
  • Managing returned items. 
• Collaborate with team members to complete a group project. 
• Identify an area for improvement. 
• Develop and test a process improvement initiative.  
• Capture data and present the results to leadership teams.  
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse. Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety and Complies with OSHA and other appropriate standards.

Position requirements:

• Must have completed sophomore year of education.
• Commitment to an 11-week program(40 hours per week).
• Punctual with good attendance.
• Takes an active interest in meeting the needs of the business as communicated by supervisors and managers.
• Must be fluent in written and spoken English. 
• Ability to travel daily to the distribution center (St. Peters, Missouri). 

Preferred qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Operations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Academic excellence (3.25 GPA or higher)

AboutDistribution Management

Headquartered in the Missouri Research Park in St. Charles, MO, Distribution Management is a national technology, fulfillment, and distribution provider specializing in automated order handling, managed supply services, wholesale services, and e-commerce fulfillment. DM is able to reach 99% of the U.S. within one to two days and some international destinations within three days from its five strategically located distribution centers. DM’s order accuracy rate of 99.9% is reflective of its focus on operational excellence, efficiencies that have resulted from significant investment in technology, and a dedicated IT development staff specializing in integration, automation, and real-time reporting. To learn more, visit www.distributionmgmt.com.