2027 Summer Internship

About the Role

Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Supply Chain is offering a paid, 10-week internship program from June 1, 2027, to August 6, 2027. This program is designed to provide interns with hands-on experience and professional development within a dynamic and fast-paced supply chain environment. The internship aims to prepare participants for a successful career in Supply Chain Management & Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations and various projects within Distribution Centers.
• Help develop, implement, and enhance current processes to improve Distribution Center operational quality and efficiencies.
• Participate in and provide detailed feedback on special Operations projects across Hub and DC locations.
• Gain exposure to best practices through leadership meetings, floor observations, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on capstone projects.
• Analyze current processes for productivity and help develop related reporting, communication, standardization, automation, dashboards, and efficiency improvements.
• Partner with Operations Leadership and cross-functional Supply Chain teams to improve processes, visibility, and decision-making.
• Assist with creating process control, training, standard operating procedures, and standard work documentation.
• Develop and publish reports, dashboards, and analysis using tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, SharePoint, and other business systems.
• Attend operational meetings, leadership discussions, floor walks, and project check-ins.
• Make recommendations to improve operational efficiencies across the global Supply Chain.
• Translate data and business process observations into actionable insights for leaders.
• Present project findings and recommendations to Supply Chain leadership at the conclusion of the internship.

Typical Assignments/Projects May Involve

• Shipping
• Receiving
• Inventory Control and Management
• Replenishment
• Transportation
• Engineering
• Finance
• Safety
• Final Mile Operations
• Global Transportation
• Warehouse Operations
• Labor Strategy
• Customer Experience
• Process Improvement
• Supply Chain Data Analytics
• Manufacturing

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Currently enrolled undergraduate (sophomore, junior, or senior) or graduate student.
• Preferably pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Engineering, Business Analytics, Management Information Systems, Finance, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field.
• Analytical capability.
• Ability to communicate all facets of the business.
• Well organized with attention to detail.
• Advanced experience in MS Office.
• Power BI experience is a plus.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
• This is an onsite and in office role.

Locations

• South Brunswick, NJ
• Arlington, TX
• The Colony, TX
• City of Industry, CA
• San Francisco, CA
• Memphis, TN
• Olive Branch, MS
• Phoenix, AZ
• Braselton, GA

Additional Details

• Professional development, Supply Chain Talks with senior leaders, project coaching, and networking opportunities are integral to the internship experience.
• Interns will complete a meaningful capstone project and present their findings to Supply Chain leadership.
• Successful completion of the internship may provide an opportunity to move into full-time positions and is the primary path for consideration for full-time roles at Williams-Sonoma upon graduation.

Benefits

• Generous discount on all Williams-Sonoma, Inc. brand products.
• 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities.