2025 Undergraduate Supply Chain Planning Intern (Maplewood, MN)

3M - Maplewood, MN

Full-time - Intern

Maplewood, MN

Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Undergraduate Supply Chain Planning Intern position at 3M is designed for students pursuing a bachelor's degree, offering a full-time internship opportunity during the summer of 2025. Interns will engage in various projects aimed at enhancing supply chain efficiency, including inventory reduction and cost management, while collaborating with diverse teams across the globe. This role provides a platform for interns to apply their academic knowledge in a practical setting, develop professional skills, and contribute to meaningful projects within the company.

Responsibilities

• Conducting projects to reduce inventory, lower supply chain costs, and improve product availability to customers.
• Analyzing supply chain data to provide insights to supply chain planning teams.
• Creating reports, tools, and presentations to organize and communicate information for supply chain management.
• Participating in training sessions and team meetings to enhance personal development and contribute to team goals.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business or engineering from an accredited institution.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated scientific and technical acumen with the ability to connect science/technology to real-world issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle ambiguity in technical problems.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and presentation).
• Experience working on a team.

Nice-to-haves

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, data science/analytics, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience or involvement related to Supply Chain Management.
• Demonstrated scientific excellence as evidenced by publications and presentations.
• Demonstrated leadership activities and building a network.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.

Benefits

• Housing stipend
• Transportation stipend