Intern - Supply Chain AI Intern

Intern - Supply Chain AI Intern (Job )

Location: Arizona:
Tempe

Employment Type: Temporary

Benchmark is committed to innovation for a healthier, safer, and more connected world. The Supply Chain AI Intern will support Benchmark Electronics' AI-driven supply chain transformation initiatives, combining analytics, automation, and digital technologies to improve productivity, decision‑making, inventory performance, and operational efficiency.

• Understand key supply chain data such as planning, demand management, inventory, procurement/supply, and supplier performance.
• Support the Supply Chain AI working group by organizing and reviewing opportunities to automate repetitive processes using AI, workflow tools, and advanced analytics; enhance dashboards, reports, and KPI tracking tools with Excel, Power BI, and AI‑enabled technologies.
• Support AI projects focused on forecasting, inventory optimization, risk sensing, exception management, and supplier collaboration.
• Perform data validation, cleansing, and root‑cause analysis to improve data quality and process accuracy.
• Research emerging AI technologies and provide recommendations to the Supply Chain AI working group.
• Participate in cross‑functional process improvement and digital transformation initiatives.

• Current student pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with Power BI, SQL, Python, Fabric, Tableau, AI tools, automation platforms, API integration, and Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Copilot, Dataverse) preferred.

• Hands‑on experience applying AI to real‑world supply chain challenges.
• Work directly with Supply Chain AI working group leadership.
• Develop advanced analytics, reporting, and automation skills.
• Participate in strategic initiatives involving planning, inventory management, procurement, and digital transformation.

• Completion of a measurable analytics or AI improvement project.
• Demonstrated reduction in manual effort, reporting cycle time, or data quality issues.
• Delivery of actionable insights that improve supply chain performance.

Export Control:
This position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on verification of U.S. Person status or obtaining necessary export licenses, which may take weeks to process.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We bring together a dynamic workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative workplace. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at