Supply Chain Strategy and Innovation Intern

Columbia Sportswear
401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Oregon, Portland
Feb 14, 2025
This is a hybrid role based out of our HQ office near Portland, Oregon. The expectation is for employees to be in-office 3 days or more per week, depending on business need. This in-office expectation is subject to change at business discretion. PROGRAM SUMMARY At Columbia Sportswear we offer college students a unique opportunity to join our team and help solve real business problems! Bring your passion and insight to a company that is committed to driving long- term sustainable growth this summer for our 10-week summer internship at our Headquarters in Portland, Oregon! Interns can expect to gain valuable hands-on experience within their department while building partnerships with teams and fellow interns along the way! Location: Portland, OR Duration: ~10 weeks Start Date Options: May 19th- July 25th or June 23rd - August 29th Application Deadline: February 23rd, 2025 Pay: $22.50/hr ABOUT THE POSITION We are seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Supply Chain Innovation Intern to help drive the launch of innovation capabilities across our global organization. This role will provide hands-on experience working at the intersection of supply chain operations and strategy. You will play a critical role in identifying, developing, and implementing innovative ways-of-working that optimize efficiency, sustainability, and scalability. HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of innovation capabilities focused on developing innovative operational strategy. Work with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of innovation thinking into the supply chain. Analyze existing supply chain workflows to identify opportunities for introducing new tools, technologies, and processes. Conduct research on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in supply chain innovation, with a focus on scalability and ROI. Contribute to the design and execution of pilot programs, including data collection, analysis, and presentation of findings to senior leaders. Develop clear and engaging documentation, presentations, and updates to share progress and insights with stakeholders. Present findings and recommendations to leadership at the conclusion of the internship. YOU ARE Curious and detail oriented A problem-solver with critical thinking skills An excellent presenter and communicator, both written and verbal Highly organized with solid time management skills Self-driven and motivated to learn, asks the right questions to achieve goals YOU HAVE A minimum cumulative GPA of a 2.7 from an accredited college or university A background in fields such as Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline. Master's degree or being in a relevant graduate program could be a plus. Relevant coursework in Supply Chain Management, Operations Strategy, Business Analytics, and Project Management. Ability to analyze supply chain workflows and identify opportunities for optimization. Experience with data collection, analysis, and presenting findings. Proficiency in conducting research on emerging trends and best practices in supply chain innovation. Understanding how to evaluate new tools, technologies, and processes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Current student with one of the following academic standings: Rising Senior, Senior, Graduate/ MBA student Degree relevant to the internship you are applying for Must be able to participate in 10-week program for either date option provided above Must be able to work onsite at our headquarter location for the duration of the internship- interns will partner directly with their managers regarding expectations to work collaboratively in office specified days of the week NON-LOCAL CANDIDATE CONSIDERATIONS Relocation assistance & housing is NOT provided- these costs and arrangements would be the responsibility of the intern for the entirety of the program This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company. Columbia Sportswear is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The Know Your Rights poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster The pay transparency policy is available here: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter. At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to interns benefits that can protect your family's financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Employees must be age 18 and have worked the required amount of hours to qualify. We also offer generous employee discounts. If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.