Supply Chain Intern

Designer Brands Inc. • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Intern participates in a structured rotation program across logistics center functions at the Midwest Logistics Center (MWLC). The intern gains hands-on experience at the individual contributor level in inbound, outbound, inventory control, and engineering operations, with the goal of connecting floor-level work to overall building flow and supply chain planning. This role is designed to develop practical understanding of DC operations in a real-world logistics environment and serves as a replicable model for future internship placements within DBI’s logistics network.

Requirements

• Ability to follow directions, perform physical tasks, and adapt to varying work environments across departments
• Basic communication and observation skills; ability to ask questions and document learnings
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program; high school diploma or equivalent required

Nice To Haves

• Currently enrolled in an accredited supply chain, logistics, operations management, or related degree program
• Completed at least one semester of coursework in supply chain, operations, or logistics

Responsibilities

• Performs hands-on work alongside associates in assigned rotation areas including inbound receiving, unit replenishment, outbound operations, and inventory control. (60%)
• Shadows leads, coordinators, and engineering staff to observe team management, operational planning, and systems-level decision-making. (20%)
• Participates in engineering and labor planning work, including exposure to labor management systems, engineered standards, and operational reporting. (10%)
• Completes end-of-rotation debrief conversations with supervisors and contributes observations to program documentation. (10%)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED