Intern Supply Chain / Industrial Engineering (Oklahoma City, OK)

Thank you for considering employment with Smith and Nephew. This job opportunity is not currently available for hiring; however, this requisition was established for candidates to express interest in the above position, with a view to progress formally once we are in a position to do so

**This position does not offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future**

Life Unlimited. At S+N we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Our operations and supply chain teams work every day to improve how materials flow, how inventory is managed, and how our warehouses operate—always with efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement in mind.

S+N seeks a Supply Chain / Industrial Engineering Intern to join the Operations team in Oklahoma City, OK. The intern will support warehouse layout, inventory management, and material flow improvement initiatives. This role will allow an enthusiastic and analytical student to contribute to meaningful operational improvements. The ideal candidate is always curious, applies rigor to problem solving, and works well independently and in collaboration with others.

What will you be doing?

This opportunity will involve working closely with supply chain, warehouse, and operations teams to support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

• Support warehouse layout design and optimization, including space utilization and material flow

• Assist with the design and maintenance of Kanban systems, supermarkets, and pull-based inventory controls

• Support inventory analysis and management, including consignment inventory and replenishment processes

• Create and update CAD drawings for warehouse layouts, storage areas, and material flow concepts

• Collect, analyze, and present operational data to support continuous improvement initiatives

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on supply chain and industrial engineering projects

Planned Start Date: May/June 2026

Program Length: 12 weeks
Location: Oklahoma City, OK

What will you need to be successful?

 Education:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience:

• Previous internship, co-op, academic, or project experience in supply chain, warehousing, logistics, or manufacturing is preferred

• Coursework or demonstrated knowledge of warehouse operations, layout design, and inventory management principles is preferred

• Familiarity with Kanban systems, supermarkets, and lean concepts is preferred

Competencies:

• Experience or familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD or similar)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP exposure is a plus

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

You. Unlimited

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Other reasons why you will love it here!

Training:

• Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship

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Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.