Operations Intern

Allison Transmission • Lugoff, SC

24d

About The Position

Learn more about this role and how you can drive your career forward! As an internal applicant we strongly encourage you to review the Compensation resources on the intranet, specifically the Job Architecture Fact Sheet before applying to this role, to understand any potential implications to your total cash compensation if you were to be offered this role. If you have questions, please reach out to your HR Business Partner for more information. Job Description: Primary Purpose of Role The Operations Intern supports daily distribution center activities and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and workflow efficiency. This role provides hands‑on exposure to warehouse processes while assisting with documentation, operational analysis, and improvement projects across the DC.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Business, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or equivalent productivity tools.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship, co‑op, or hands‑on project experience (academic or extracurricular) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting, updating, and finalizing standard work instructions, SOPs, and visual guides for operational processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including workflow mapping, time studies, and 5S activities.
• Participate in data collection and performance tracking to identify opportunities for improving throughput and accuracy.
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors and leads to streamline receiving, picking, packing, and shipping workflows.
• Help monitor daily operational metrics, escalating trends or issues that impact productivity or customer service.
• Contribute to safety program support, such as audits, checklists, or incident-prevention activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees