Supply Chain Innovation Intern - AI & Data Science

Leica Microsystems • Chaska, MN

72d • $28

About The Position

The Supply Chain Innovation Intern will gain hands-on experience and exposure to enterprise supply chain systems, process improvement, and emerging technologies such as AI and automation in a real-world manufacturing and supply chain environment. Interns will work closely with the Operations and Supply Chain team, contributing directly to initiatives that enhance efficiency and mitigate risks. This position reports to the IT Business Applications Senior Manager and is part of the Operations & Enterprise Information Services team located in Chaska, Minnesota, and will be an on-site role.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related field.
• 0-2+ years of experience working with data or business systems (academic projects or previous internships are highly valued and acceptable).
• Proficiency in coding/scripting languages such as Python, SQL, and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or demonstrated awareness of digital supply chain trends, including Large Language Models (LLM) in supply chain applications, IoT, and Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Solid foundational understanding of core supply chain concepts.
• Previous experience with Digital Transformation solutions supporting Industry 4.0 and Supply Chain 4.0 initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience by learning enterprise supply chain processes and analyzing real-world data from systems like Oracle and Snowflake to identify systemic challenges.
• Design and prototype a practical AI-powered tool or dashboard to detect and highlight critical inventory risks such as stockouts or delays.
• Apply your skills in SQL, Python, or Power BI to analyze data, build solutions, and collaborate with teams, culminating in presenting your project.

Benefits

• Hourly rate of $28.00.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree