Intern - Supply Chain

DSG is seeking a Supply Chain Intern in our Fargo, ND location. This 12-week summer internship is an opportunity to gain valuable industry knowledge and hands-on professional experience in various facets of supply chain operations while contributing to the enhancement of efficiency and effectiveness of a high-volume distribution network. As a Supply Chain Intern, you will play a crucial role in s upporting our supply chain team in optimizing the end-to-end distribution process through inventory management, order fulfillment, logistics coordination, and supplier relationships, as well as data analysis, forecasting, and demand planning.

DSG is a people-centric, customer-obsessed, and growth-focused wholesale distributor. With over 130,000 (and growing!) products, not only are we one of the most diversified suppliers in the upper Midwest, we also have expertise in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, waterworks, utility, communications, and more! We have fun, we are friendly, and we embody a culture that genuinely cares for people far beyond their job title. Our purpose is to serve fellow employee owners, our partners, and communities toward building a better America, one job at a time. We are proud to be 100% employee owned, with an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that gives our employee owners a unique opportunity to build their personal wealth in addition to a traditional retirement plan.

Interns must have current enrollment in a college or university taking at least 6 credits during either the spring or summer 2025 semesters.

A Typical Day in the Life of a Supply Chain Intern at DSG:

• Inventory Management:
• Monitor and track stock movement and inventory through cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Coordinate replenishment orders to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Help identify and address inventory discrepancies.
• Order Fulfillment:
• Assist in processing and tracking customer orders.
• Support order fulfillment workflows.
• Logistics Coordination:
• Assist in coordinating inbound and outbound shipments.
• Prepare shipment schedules to optimize transportation routes and costs.
• Help track shipment progress and resolve delivery issues.
• Supplier Relationship Management:
• Assist in maintaining communication with suppliers.
• Support the collection and organization of supplier information.
• Data Analysis and Forecasting:
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting supply chain data.
• Generate reports on performance metrics (e.g., lead times, delivery accuracy).
• Support forecasting and demand planning activities.
• Utilize data to identify trends and areas for process improvement.
• General Support:
• Provide administrative support to the supply chain team.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.
  

A Successful Supply Chain Intern Typically Has:

• Current enrollment in a college or university taking at least 6 creditsduring either the spring or summer 2025 semesters; program of study must be related to Supply Chain, Industrial Distribution, Business Administration, Sales, or other related field(s) (required).
• Eagerness to learn, with a strong interest in supply chain operations
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, paired with the ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills across a variety of settings (in-person, phone, and email).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• A knack for learning new software and programs.
• Superior problem solving, project management, and analytical skills.
• The ability to plan, prioritize and organize work effectively.