Operations & Material Flow Intern

Position Summary: 

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Operations & Material Flow Intern to join our operations team for a 10–12 week internship. This role provides hands-on exposure to how materials move across a manufacturing organization, including planning, inventory control, production support, and logistics coordination. 
 
The intern will support projects focused on improving material flow, data accuracy, and operational efficiency. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain visibility into how materials connect multiple functions across the business, including purchasing, engineering, production, and logistics. 
 
This is an excellent opportunity for a student looking to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world manufacturing environment while developing a strong understanding of end-to-end operations. 

Learning Outcomes: 

• Hands-on experience with real-world material flow and manufacturing operations 

• Exposure to ERP systems and data-driven decision-making 

• Understanding of how material management connects cross-functional teams across the business 

• Development of analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills 

• Insight into how end-to-end operations function within a manufacturing organization 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist in material planning and coordination, including order tracking and inventory alignment 

• Support ERP transactions and help maintain accurate material data 

• Analyze material flow and identify inefficiencies or improvement opportunities 

• Collaborate with purchasing, planning, production, engineering, and logistics teams to support daily operations 

• Participate in process improvement initiatives, including workflow analysis and problem-solving activities 

• Use Excel to analyze data, track key metrics, and support decision-making 

• Assist with inventory analysis to improve accuracy and optimize stock levels 

• Contribute to projects that improve on-time delivery, material availability, and operational efficiency 

Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Logistics, Business Analytics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field 

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment 

• Interest in manufacturing, operations, and supply chain processes 

[Compensation: CAD $26.00/hr]