Distribution Center Area Manager Intern - Summer

Position Overview

If you’re passionate about ensuring merchandise moves safely and excited about driving business success through process excellence and leadership, consider applying for our Distribution Center Area Manager Internship. In this role, you’ll be a key contributor to our supply chain operations, ensuring smooth distribution center processes—from receiving and processing to storing, packing, and shipping—so that we can achieve our mission of delivering the right products to the right stores at the right time!

Burlington is a leading off‑price retailer operating in clothing, baby items, home goods, and more. Additional information is available at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• A 10‑week summer program working out of one of our Distribution Centers, where you’ll gain firsthand experience in fast‑paced off‑price retail logistics and work side by side with industry leaders supporting a robust warehouse operation.
• Hands‑on learning as you lead and support a team of distribution center associates in efficiently executing shipping and receiving responsibilities safely, productively, and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Direct mentorship from a current Distribution Center Area Manager who will serve as your “buddy” and provide guidance, coaching, and feedback throughout your experience.
• A 100% on‑site experience within our distribution center environment. Candidates should be comfortable working in a physical, hands‑on setting and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Schedule flexibility is key to success. While interns follow a consistent weekly schedule, there may be occasional variations to support operational needs. Future full‑time Area Manager roles may include early morning, overnight, or weekend shifts, and this internship prepares you for that next step.
• Please note:
  
  this role is posted in multiple locations; apply to only one.

• Monitor employee productivity and accuracy to ensure efficiency.
• Support compliance with all appropriate policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Lead with professionalism and positivity, setting the tone for your team.
• Navigate and manage challenges in a fast‑paced environment that requires strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Use warehouse management systems to log, track, analyze, and report data.
• Partner with senior management on planning and executing process improvement projects.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Management, or a related field, with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027.
• Affinity for leadership—motivating, coaching, and supporting others in a fast‑paced, constantly evolving environment.
• A data‑driven problem solver who makes decisions using insights and analysis while building strong, collaborative partnerships and living our core values.
• Critical thinking and attention to detail, supported by strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• A self‑starter mindset with curiosity, adaptability, and the courage to take initiative and continuously learn the business.
• Strong desire to build a long‑term leadership career within Distribution, Supply Chain, or Logistics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel, for tracking, analyzing, and presenting operational data.
• Openness to relocation for future career growth and promotional opportunities preferred.
• Schedule flexibility preferred; full‑time roles may include early morning, overnight, or weekend shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods in a warehouse environment.

• An hourly pay of $21 per hour.
• An associate discount for in‑store purchases.
• Professional development opportunities. Upon college graduation, many alumni of our internship program join the team as Distribution Center Area Managers and pursue continuous career development.

Posting Number: R101539

Location:

New Jersey–Swedesboro, 2961 Route 322, Building  A, ZIP 08085.
Additional locations:
New Jersey–Burlington, Georgia–Ellabell.
Pay Rate:
Hourly ($21.00 – $21.00).
Career Site Category:
Early…