Northwood Space
Supply Chain Operations Intern (2027 Summer Internship)
Torrance, CA · Internship · Posted Oct 22, 2026
- Education
- Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State, to comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR.
About the job
Supports supply chain operations for satellite ground station manufacturing and deployment by tracking components, analyzing operational data, and improving processes.
What you'll do
- Support procurement, sourcing, and order tracking; monitor inventory and help optimize stock.
- Analyze supplier performance, lead times, and logistics data to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
- Assist with dashboards, automated tracking, reporting, and supply chain process improvements.
What they ask for
- Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with comfort using data to inform decisions.
- Proficiency with Excel.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with technical and operational teams.
Nice to have
- Prior experience in aerospace, satellite, telecommunications, or defense industries; or in a startup or fast-paced environment.
- Experience with ERP Systems (NetSuite/Oracle/SAP), SQL, or advanced competency in MS Excel.
Pay
$34 per hour (base salary)
Tools
Excel, NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, SQL
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