INVESTING IN YOU
Our commitment to internal growth and the development of our associates is unwavering. We believe that investing in our team members professional journey not only benefits them individually but also contributes to the overall success of our organization. Through continuous learning, skill enhancement, and opportunities for advancement, we empower our associates to thrive and reach their full potential. By fostering a culture of growth, transparency, and collaboration, we create an environment where everyone can flourish and contribute meaningfully to our shared goals.
Requisition ID: 17381
Employment Type: Intern
Grade: NonExempt N7
Job Category: Launch Program / Interns
Work Location: Knoxville, TN
BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY:
The internship program is a rewarding and challenging development program for talented, high performing students. Interns are assigned to a functional area for a 10-week assignment. Each assignment will offer the opportunity for the students to work on defined projects, develop leadership skills and interact with associates across all levels of the organization.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan, execute, and complete special projects as assigned.
Gains industry knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments.
Develops skills needed for career in industrial distribution.
Supports assigned manager with business project work.
Presents intern project results to business leaders.
Perform independent research.
Manage and maintain vendor relationships.
Provide business assistance to various groups within the Innovation department.
Work cross-functionally with category management, marketing, sales, and supply chain teams.
Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC's vision and unity of purpose.
Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required.
INDICATES ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
To perform this job successfully an associate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge experience level and abilities required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma required.
Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.
Excellent academic record.
SKILLS:
Proficient use of Microsoft Office software required.
Ability to interact with all levels of staff and management is required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
Excellent time management and organizational skills required.
Positive, high-energy approach to assignments and a willingness to learn quickly required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
A valid driver's license is required.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an Employment Visa.
Why MSC? People. Collaboration. Insight. That's how you build something that works. Built on a foundation of trust, MSC works side by side with our customers to help them drive business results. With more than one million product offerings and 75+ years of experience across industries, MSC strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions. We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500+ team members achieve their potential.
When you join our team, you will receive rewards and recognition for your contributions, training and professional development opportunities, Associate Inclusion Circles: Women, Pride, Black, Veterans, HOLA and DisABLEd as well as a variety of benefits to support you and your family's health, well-being, and financial future. If you are inspired to learn, take risks, and succeed as a team, you can build a better career at MSC.
Equal Opportunity Statement: At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any category protected by applicable law. By applying to this job you agree to the Application and Acknowledgment Declaration terms. Click HERE ( to review.