About the role#
This is a 10-week paid internship for Summer 2026. You will gain hands-on experience through a structured program that includes professional development sessions, executive learning, and a final project presentation. This is a full-time role based in Lake Forest, Illinois.
What you'll do#
- Support the development of cost models and data-driven insights.
- Learn the processes that support supplier contracts.
- Define and manage internal product taxonomy and classification to help customers find products.
- Analyze customer feedback to improve the overall experience.
- Collaborate with managers and stakeholders to drive process improvements and share insights.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college or university with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or Marketing.
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Office, specifically with pivot tables and formulas.
- Proven analytical skills and the ability to reach logical conclusions from data.
Location & details#
- Location: Lake Forest, Illinois.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Grainger
Grainger is a public company founded in 1927 that provides industrial supplies and inventory management services. Based in Lake Forest, Illinois, the organization employs over 22,000 people. It serves more than 4.5 million customers across sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, and hospitality. The company offers a catalog of over one million products ranging from safety equipment to metalworking tools.
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