Supply Chain Intern | Summer 2027 in Cottage Grove, Minnesota at Van Meter

Role Summary

If you're interested in learning how the behind-the-scenes functions of a business support sales, inventory, pricing, and product strategy, this internship is for you. As a Supply Chain Intern, you will gain hands-on, real-world experience in key operational areas, including pricing, sales analysis, purchasing, inventory management, and product management.

Throughout the summer, you will contribute to meaningful work that supports department initiatives, improves business processes, and enhances operational efficiency while building skills that translate directly to your future career. Interns partner with leaders and team members across the organization, work alongside a dedicated coach and mentor for guidance and development, and complete a project that creates lasting value for the business.

This experience provides insight into how strategic operational functions support sales and business success while helping you strengthen your professional, technical, and leadership capabilities. You will collaborate with team members, participate in professional development opportunities, engage with company leadership, and build relationships across the organization while gaining a deeper understanding of the Sales Support function within an employee-owned company.

Company Overview

At Van Meter, our purpose is to Create Lasting Value for Those We Serve while fostering a high-performing, employee-owned organization. The company’s culture is built around being “All-In,” meaning employee-owners are encouraged to be the best in their roles, live the company’s values, and actively support and protect a strong, people-centered culture. Employees are empowered through open communication, accountability, collaboration, and a shared commitment to delivering an exceptional employee and customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Review operational metrics to analyze performance, trends, and product line impact while identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with team members to implement projects that support business growth and operational excellence.
• Assist with pricing, purchasing, and inventory activities while gaining hands-on experience with daily business operations.
• Analyze product line data to improve data accuracy, close information gaps, and support informed decision-making.
• Assist in coordinating product launches, inventory additions, and product transitions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency and effectiveness across the business.
• Develop an understanding of Sales Support processes and how they contribute to organizational success.
• Complete and present a capstone project highlighting key accomplishments and recommendations.

Qualifications/Requirements

· High School Graduate

· Current sophomore or junior pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics or a related field.

· Enjoys collaborating with others through discussion, brainstorming, and problem-solving sessions.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

· Ability to adapt, learn new systems, and work collaboratively

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Primarily on-site at a Van Meter location

• Ability to move throughout office, warehouse, and operational environments as needed

• Spending your time working with your hands and fingers, talking, hearing, and working closely with others and customers. Expect a mix of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Other duties may be assigned, changed, or removed at any time, with or without notice, based on business needs and consistent with applicable law. Nothing in this job description alters the at-will employment relationship, where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

Van Meter is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants and employee-owners who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other employment benefits and privileges should contact Human Resources. Reasonable accommodation will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.