Intern, DC Systems Engineering

Sephora • Maryland City, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Intern, DC Systems Engineering will support systems engineering and continuous improvement initiatives across Sephora’s Distribution Center operations. The intern will partner with DC Operations, IT, and cross-functional teams to analyze processes and data, develop reporting and planning solutions, and support improvements across the distribution environment. The role is onsite at the Perryman Distribution Center.

Sephora’s 10-week internship program provides hands-on learning, personal and professional networking, and project work that directly impacts the business. It also includes weekly virtual workshops, networking opportunities, and career panels. The program runs June 14 through August 20, 2027. The stated schedule is 36 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with the eligibility requirements also specifying alignment with 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.

Requirements

• Strong interest in supply chain, distribution operations, industrial engineering, logistics, or related disciplines.
• Foundational knowledge of or interest in supply chain systems, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), WES/WCS, database systems, or labor management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Excel and SQL, and interest in reporting and modeling tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Proactive approach to project ownership, follow-up, and problem-solving in a Distribution Center environment.
• Graduating in 2027 or 2028 with an undergraduate or graduate degree.
• Work schedule must align with 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.
• Must permanently reside and work in the U.S.
• Must be open to relocating to the San Francisco Bay Area upon graduation for consideration for full-time hybrid positions.
• Available from June 14 through August 20, 2027.

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma knowledge or experience.

Responsibilities

• Partner with DC Operations, IT, and leadership teams to understand fulfillment workflows, identify operational challenges, and evaluate potential system solutions.
• Apply engineering analysis, including workflow observations, capacity analysis, space utilization, and data collection, to identify continuous improvement and productivity opportunities.
• Develop planning models and reporting solutions using tools such as Excel and SQL to support labor forecasting, KPI tracking, and data-driven decision-making.
• Support standardization of business processes across the network by evaluating and aligning slotting procedures and operational best practices.
• Analyze and document findings, develop technical recommendations and standard operating procedures, and communicate project results and status to engineering and management teams.

Benefits

• Supportive, mentorship-driven environment with leadership guidance and encouragement.
• Opportunities to learn, innovate, and lead.
• Hands-on learning, professional networking, weekly virtual workshops, and career panels.
• Target hourly pay of $27.00.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed