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Summer 2025 Internship - Supply Chain - Tennessee

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Stryker

Sep 3

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Arlington

Requirements

  • - Currently working on completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field or equivalent; we will only consider students who plan to be enrolled in a degree-seeking program after the summer.
  • - Cumulative 3.0 GPA or above; must be the case at the date of hire and will be verified during background check in the spring.
  • - Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. and not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.
  • - Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • - Strong interpersonal skills.
  • - Ability to exercise independent judgment and proven leadership and business acumen skills.
  • - Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • - Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
  • - Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
  • - Proficient on basic computer programs: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

  • - Apply classroom knowledge and gain experience in a fast-paced and growing industry setting
  • - Implement new ideas, be constantly challenged, and develop your skills
  • - Network with key/high-level stakeholders and leaders of the business
  • - Be a part of an innovative team and culture
  • - Put the customer first, and gain valuable experience as a result
  • - Help procure raw materials from Stryker’s suppliers with the right quality, at the right price, arriving at the right time
  • - Continuously re-evaluate desired inventory targets throughout the duration of a product’s life cycle
  • - Schedule the production of products on our manufacturing lines to balance optimal cost efficiencies for our business while supporting customer sales
  • - Facilitate the communication between Operations and Marketing regarding future inventory projections
  • - Help prepare for the monthly Executive Demand Review and facilitate the discussion of key demand planning topics for the meeting
  • - Lead a cross-functional project focused on improving the Integrated Business Planning process
  • - Learn how to use data analytics to problem solve and make better informed business decisions
  • - Partner with Marketing, Sales, Finance, and Operations to develop forward looking demand plans
  • - Guide the business to improve the accuracy of revenue forecasts, aligns inventory levels with increases or decreases in demand, improves customer service levels, and enhances profitability for a given channel or product line
  • - Support business strategy and develop processes to improve cost-leverage, provide insights on how to create more efficiency in managing the product lifecycle and/or portfolio, conduct product portfolio analysis, and promote cross-functional collaboration for successful alignment on and execution of PLCM activities
  • - Support active product development projects
  • - Play a role in improving analysis of these projects from timelines to budgets to resource reporting
  • - Provide incredible contribution to our never-ending quest of providing the best and easiest-to-read data for our division’s executives

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for the summer of 2025.

What are the qualifications required for the internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in a related field, have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above, and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What specific majors are targeted for this internship?

The targeted majors include Supply Chain Management, Industrial and Operations Engineering, and Business Administration.

Will the internship be paid?

Yes, the internship is a paid position.

Is prior experience in Supply Chain necessary to apply?

No prior experience in Supply Chain is explicitly required; however, having relevant classroom knowledge would be beneficial.

Are there specific teams within Supply Chain that interns will be assigned to?

Yes, interns may be placed in various teams including Purchasing, Business Planning, Distribution, Demand Planning, Product Lifecycle Management (PLCM), and Project Management Office (PMO).

Can international students apply for this internship?

International students can apply as long as they are legally authorized to work in the U.S. and do not require employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.

What skills are emphasized for candidates applying for this internship?

Strong interpersonal skills, organizational and problem-solving skills, ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and a proven ability to exercise independent judgment are emphasized.

Will interns have networking opportunities during the internship?

Yes, interns will have opportunities to network with key/high-level stakeholders and leaders of the business.

What is Stryker’s mission related to this internship?

Stryker’s mission is to make healthcare better, and interns are expected to contribute to this mission through their work in the Supply Chain department.

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Stryker

Together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better. #WeAreStryker

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1941
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in Medical and Surgical, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 130 million patients annually. More information is available at stryker.com and careers.stryker.com. PRODUCTS: ● Reconstructive ● MedSurg ● Neurotechnology & Spine FACTS: ● 2022 Sales: $18.4 billion ● Industry : Medical Instruments & Supplies ● Employees: 51,000+ globally ● 40 Years of Sales Growth leading up to 2020 ● 44+ Manufacturing and R&D Locations Worldwide ● $1.45 billion spend on research and development in 2022 ● 12,000+ patents owned globally in 2022 ● Products Sold in Over 75 Countries ● Fortune 500 Company ● 6 consecutive years as one of Fortune's World's Best Workplaces