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Intern: Lean Business Developer (Summer 2025)

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Volvo Group

17d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Logistics
    Engineering
  • Joliet

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a relevant degree, have a GPA of 2.75+, proficient in MS Office, Access, and Excel (VBA), and possess strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
  • You will extract data for decisions, optimize databases and Excel templates, analyze processes, engage stakeholders, support Lean initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in the warehouse.

Requirements

  • Applicants must be currently enrolled in academic courses and pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Information Technology at an accredited school and must have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship.
  • Must be in good academic standing with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75
  • Interns may work up to 40 hours per week during the summer term.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
  • This intern is located onsite in our Joliet warehouse, a suburb of Chicago, Illinois.
  • Strong communication skills and able to work in a team environment
  • Effective professional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to think and work independently; follow task to completion without direct oversight.
  • Peer Relationships
  • Integrity and Trust
  • Perseverance
  • Proactive
  • Standing Alone
  • Action Oriented
  • Customer Focused
  • Fully proficient in MS ACCESS and MS EXCEL including VBA
  • Communication: Listen effectively, transmit information accurately and understandably, and actively seek feedback from experienced supervisors, operators, etc.
  • Dependability/Reliability: Follow through on commitments, timely delivery on assigned tasks, etc.
  • Flexibility: Willing to perform a wide range of tasks, positive responds to changes in direction and priorities, and acceptance of new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Develop ways to extract information from current systems to support operational decisions
  • Optimize and develop the MS ACCESS database, or suggest technology that may better serve the needs of the warehouse
  • Create and optimize MS EXCEL templates supporting the operational needs
  • Support with process data analysis
  • Communicate with different stakeholders to support the implementations
  • Work together with the operation to Implement Ideas
  • Work with Lean Manufacturing concepts such as 5S, Standardized Work, Visual Management, PDCA, among others
  • Support the Continuous Improvement Program within the Distribution Center

FAQs

What is the location of the internship?

The internship is located onsite in the Joliet warehouse, a suburb of Chicago, Illinois.

What academic qualifications are required for this internship?

Applicants must be currently enrolled in academic courses and pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology at an accredited school. They must have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship.

What is the hourly pay range for this internship?

The hourly range for this internship is set at $16.00 - $46.00, depending on various factors including geographic location, academic classification, and degree-seeking area of study.

What type of tasks will the intern be responsible for?

The intern will be responsible for developing ways to extract information from current systems, optimizing MS ACCESS databases, creating MS EXCEL templates, supporting data analysis, and implementing ideas with the operations team among other responsibilities.

Is there an opportunity for career development during the internship?

Yes, the internship provides various career opportunities, internal mobility across the global organization, and training and personal development.

Are there any minimum GPA requirements?

Yes, applicants must be in good academic standing with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75.

How many hours per week is the intern expected to work?

Interns may work up to 40 hours per week during the summer term.

Will the intern receive feedback on their performance?

Yes, the manager will provide verbal and written feedback throughout the internship, and a formal written evaluation will be given at the end based on work performance.

What competencies are required for this internship?

Required competencies include strong communication skills, the ability to work independently, proficiency in MS ACCESS and MS EXCEL, dependability, flexibility, and a customer-focused mindset.

Does the company provide housing assistance for interns?

Yes, housing assistance is offered to interns.

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Volvo Group

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.