Supply Chain Intern - Fall Term 2026

Join Our Team a Supply Chain Intern at Johnson Electric!

Position: Supply Chain Intern Fall 2026

Location:  Plymouth, Michigan
Salary Range: $20-$22/hr

Duration: August 31 to December 18, 2026 (Tentative dates)

Hours: Full Time, 40 hour/week
Relocation: Not Available.  Local Candidates preferred

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

This Position description is for a Fall Internship Position within the Supply Chain Services department. This 40 hour / week position will be responsible for assisting the SCS staff across multiple job functions within the department. Benefits to the company include the following: adding additional support to the SCS team, adding a fresh perspective from a new student who may bring unique solutions to existing problems, allowing existing department employees some respite during the summer months and offering the opportunity for personal or vacation time off without resulting in an undue burden of work upon their return.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through training programs and workshops.

• Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged.

• Inclusive Workplace: An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.

What You’ll Be Doing:

The statements below are not intented to be an exhaustive list of all responsiblities and activities required for this position.  They describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee for this position.

• Work with the Direct Materials Purchasing team to facilitate tasks such as:

• ERP reporting/analysis

• Perform supplier and commodity analysis leading to strategy proposals

• Support Project Procurement and Commodity Lead activity by conducting supplier follow-up on material delivery dates for launching projects

• Review of standard SCS procedures and reporting at each plant and suggest opportunities to standardize a cross region

• Review departmental systems, processes and training materials and recommend improvements

• No independent judgement or decision making will be required. This position will be fully supervised by the SCS manager.

• Regular daily supervision will be provided by the SCS Manager as well as other experienced SCS team members within the department.

What We’re Looking For:

To perform this position successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Currently enrolled in, or pursuing, Supply Chain degree

• Self-starter with good communication and problem-solving skills as well as strong follow up and follow through skills.

• Candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office Products

• Our ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented, meets deadlines, manages multiple projects and displays energy, enthusiasm and a positive helpful attitude

• Preference is that Student should have completed two years of study towards supply chain degree, completing a minimum of 2 supply chain specific courses.

• Note these are desired experience traits – not essential - we will provide training as necessary

Working Conditions:

This position is full-time and on-site. Days and hours are determined by the Company.  Occasional flexibility to work additional hours and/or an alternate schedule may be necessary for business demands.  The position mainly operates in an office setting.  There could be exposure to production equipment and machinery in the plants.  The setting may be busy and noisy with exposure to dust, fumes and gases.  Personal protective equipment is required and provided by the Company.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend most of his/her sitting at a desk and will be required to regularly see, talk and hear.  The employee is required to do the following: 

• Bend (occasionally)

• Squat (occasionally)

• Reach above shoulder level (occasionally)

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.