Supply Chain and Logistics Intern
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 1, 2026.
Req ID 90765 | Marysville, United States ZF Axle Drives Marysville, LLC
Job Description
This is an immediate-start internship. We are seeking candidates who can begin as soon as possible and continue working during the current academic term for at least 6 months or a whole year in a row. Candidates only seeking Summer 2027 internship opportunities may not be considered for this position.
About the Team
This internship offers the opportunity to work alongside a team of experienced Master Schedulers, Material Planners, and Shipping/Receiving professionals while supporting projects within the Supply Chain & Logistics department.
The intern will gain valuable insight into the critical role logistics plays in the automotive industry, including how customer satisfaction impacts every stage of the supply chain. This position provides hands-on exposure to supply chain operations and the interconnected processes that ensure products are delivered efficiently and effectively.
The intern will collaborate with a variety of plant departments, including Production Operations, Finance, Quality, Safety, and Purchasing, as well as corporate Supply Chain and Logistics teams. In addition, the role will involve interaction with domestic and international suppliers, transportation providers, and third-party logistics and warehousing partners across multiple transportation modes, including truck, rail, and ocean freight.
What you can look forward to as Supply Chain and Logistics Intern:
- Utilize SAP to support production planning, scheduling, and inventory management activities.
- Assist Material Planners and Master Schedulers in coordinating truck, rail, ocean, air, and premium freight logistics.
- Request, coordinate, and track domestic (U.S., Canada, and Mexico) and international transportation shipments.
- Use carrier websites, reports, and logistics data to monitor shipment status and performance.
- Track and analyze carrier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs throughout the supply chain.
- Support material scheduling, packaging planning, and material flow optimization activities, and support the implementation and continuous improvement of dock scheduling software and related processes.
- Lead premium freight reporting efforts and assist in the development and enhancement of Power BI dashboards and reporting tools.
Your Profile as Supply Chain and Logistics Intern:
- High School diploma required and currently enrolled in college is required.
- Strong computer skills required; candidates must be proficient in MS-Office Suite, with proficient understanding of MS Excel in Macros and formulas.
- Must be quality oriented and pay attention to detail.
- Must be self-motivated, with ability to prioritize and accept direction from multiple sources.
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work in a team environment.
- Must be available to work overtime on days and/or weekends when necessary
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment is preferred.
- Experience using Business Intelligence (BI) tools to analyze data and generate insights is preferred.
Why you should choose ZF in Marysville?
- 401k Plan
- Health Care Benefits
- A supportive, collaborative team environment
- A strong diversity culture
- Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Supply Chain and Logistics Intern and apply now!
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran