Operations Intern

Our 2026 APAC Summer Intern program nurtures undergraduates toward taking up key roles within Smith’s Hong Kong Operations Department to equip them with practical operational knowledge and build upon the skills learned in the classroom. You will gain meaningful exposure to and knowledge of our industry, operations, and valuable skillsets.

We are recruiting 2026 and 2027 fresh graduates to help them explore a career in the semiconductor trading industry. Outstanding interns will receive a full‑time offer upon graduation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rotate across various Operations teams, including product receiving, shipment processing, inventory control, and quality inspection
• Collaborate closely with other Operations team members to facilitate smooth daily operational workflow
• Assist in maintaining accurate records and reports related to inventory movement, shipping activities, and operational processes
• Conduct research, support project execution, and prepare presentations to the senior executives
• Provide support on ad-hoc tasks and operational projects to contribute to team success

Who We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, engineering, or a related discipline, preferably graduating in 2026 or 2027
• Prior operations internship experience preferred
• Excellent command of both written and spoken English and Chinese
• Keen to explore the electronics and semiconductor industry
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility and high learning agility
• Desire to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Opportunity for a return offer with a permanent position for high‑potential candidates upon graduation
• Professional mentorship and hands‑on experience to accelerate your personal and career development
• Collaborative, energetic, and motivating team culture that supports learning and growth
• Engaging company events and team outings that foster connection and belonging

About Smith:

Founded in 1984, Smith sources, manages, and distributes the electronic components that go into everything from mobile phones and computers to appliances and automobiles. Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components and ranks eighth among all global distributors.

We buy and sell components 24 hours per day, with global sales of USD $3.4 billion in 2025 and in excess of USD $16 billion over the last five years. We’re always moving as we help manufacturers navigate market shifts, customize supply chain solutions, test components using cutting-edge technology, and more.

As a privately held company, Smith employs more than 700 people worldwide. With offices spanning four continents, our team members are spread out around the world while staying connected to each other, allowing us to provide the expertise of a multinational company while still giving the tailored support of a local business. We have regional headquarters in Houston, Amsterdam, and Hong Kong; sales and purchasing offices in Austin, Bangalore, Berlin, Cluj-Napoca, Guadalajara, London, Munich, New York, Penang, São Paulo, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Tokyo; and distribution hubs in Houston, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

For more information, please visit our company website: https://www.smithweb.com/

Key Achievement and Company Highlights:

• International Leader: Smith has been ranked as the #1 independent distributor globally 21 times since 2000.
• Strong Growth: The company has rapidly expanded, with worldwide revenue growing from USD $500M in 2005 to USD $3.4B in 2025.
• Exceptional Partnerships: Smith partners with top-tier global clients, including Fortune 500 companies across the social media, data center, personal computing, networking, and automotive sectors.

• On-the-Job Training: Smith’s Operations team provides real, hands-on exposure to the semiconductor trading business.

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We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.