Perdue Farms · 6 hours ago
Systems Analyst Supply Chain IT Intern - Summer 2026
Perdue Farms is a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business that values teamwork, integrity, and respect. They are seeking a Systems Analyst Intern for Summer 2026 to gain hands-on experience in Information Technology within their Supply Chain areas.
Food and Beverage
Responsibilities
Ability to work with cross-functional IT and business Supply Chain teams to
Understand business requirements and document for approval and/or develop solutions and/or logic to solve
Research IT solutions to problems using our production support and SharePoint knowledgebase repositories and document root cause
Assist Supply Chain IT team with communicating upcoming Supply Chain IT related as part of OCM(organization change management) protocols
Using available technology to enhance and improving business processes
The ideal candidate would collaboratively work with various team members that will improve teamwork skills
Qualification
Required
Must be a rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree at an accredited university in a relevant field of study – Supply Chain, Computer Science and Business (programming experience preferred)
Must have a minimum of a 3.5 GPA or higher
Basic understanding of Supply Chain concepts and a willingness to learn more
Interest in developing strategic roadmaps for Supply Chain planning with guidance from team members
Exposure to IT Governance Processes and eager to gain experience in project prioritization
Ability to assist with business case development and project ROI calculations, with support
Some experience or coursework related to Enterprise Supply Planning and Demand Planning solutions
General awareness of ERP business processes such as SAP modules (SD, MM, PP, QM), and Product Lifecycle Management is beneficial
Basic knowledge of databases (such as Oracle) and an interest in learning SQL for data analysis
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with experience creating simple Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations
Some exposure to Microsoft Project or similar tools, with a desire to learn more about project scheduling and critical path planning
Preferred
Seeking an intern who has gained some relevant on-the-job experience and is eager to further develop their skills in Demand and Supply systems and architecture
Solid foundation in supply chain planning functions for manufacturing companies, with hands-on exposure to planning solution tools such as Blue Yonder (including Enterprise Supply Planning, Demand Planning, S&OP, and S&OE), and experience with SAP ERP is highly valued
Possess basic knowledge of Data Analytics and/or AI concepts and tools and demonstrate flexibility with work assignments across different business areas
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, along with the ability to create effective presentations, are essential
Experience with business and technical leadership, IT governance policies and procedures (such as those at Perdue), and exposure to areas like information security, procurement, NDAs/MSAs, and project governance is desirable
Candidates should be able to adapt to changing priorities, maintain clear communication, and coordinate effectively with vendors
Benefits
Competitive Pay
Exciting Social, Philanthropic, and Networking Events with other Perdue Interns
Hands-On, Real World Work Experience and a Dedicated Summer Mentor
Learning Workshops
Travel to Perdue Locations Such as our Innovation Center, Perdue Learning University and Live Production Farms
Interaction with Senior Leadership
Housing Stipend
Company
Perdue Farms
Perdue Farms is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for everyone we touch through innovative food and agricultural products
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