Innovation is in HP’s DNA. From our origins in a Palo Alto garage in 1939, to our current position as one of the world’s leading technology companies, HP has grown to become a leader in technology and corporate culture, inspiring innovators, and entrepreneurs around the globe.
HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, and services to serve more than 1 billion customers in over 170 countries. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that attracts exceptional talent and to supporting our employees to succeed at all levels. We dream in over 35 languages and share one mission: to engineer experiences that amaze.
The Intern Program
Our future success depends on the innovation and fresh ideas students bring to HP, Inc. We are hiring students with a diverse set of skills and experiences to join our Supply Chain Organization. Our intern program is intended to enhance your overall learning experience, give you an opportunity to make an impact, have some fun, and meet great people along the way.
Join us for an internship designed to let you apply your classroom learnings to real world challenges. Our internships have a thoughtful balance of networking, executive speakers, community involvement, big meaty projects (no paper filing here!) and fun!
The Team
HP’s Supply Chain Organization is at the heart of the world’s most sustainable and just technology companies.
As a Supply Chain Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of the supply chain, while applying the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model to optimize our processes.
Internships will be available for students who are in both Engineering and Business degree programs. Positions available will include assignments and tasks in the areas of Sourcing, Logistics, Planning, Materials/Inventory Management, Manufacturing Operations, Sustainability, Digital Transformation, Returns and Order Fulfillment. Tasks and assignments will vary with each Intern.
The selected candidate will gain and be equipped with the Supply Chain fundamentals to grow an inspiring career in Supply Chain. The SC Success indicators are the following:
Functional/Technical expertise: Has and strives to develop functional expertise, technical breadth and depth and thought leadership. Digital savvy, advanced tools/artificial intelligence (AI).
Business and Financial Acumen: Understands the upstream and downstream impact of decisions. Able to see the financial effects and relationships of various aspects of the business.
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness: Can read social engagements and is distinctly aware of his/her impact on others. Cognitively and emotionally empathic and pays attention to what’s said and unsaid. Thoughtful and approachable, respectful of others and self. Admits mistakes and knows how to take ownership and fix.
Resilience/grit: Communicates with positivity, creativity and optimism despite setbacks. Able to manage fear of failure and bounces back quickly with ethic and determination to find a solution in the face of challenges. Doesn’t seek perfection, but strives for excellence (bias towards action over getting stuck in over-analysis).
Information process capability: Able to manage the complexity requirements of the role. Able to process, synthesize, and integrate information to make effective decisions. Able to balance short-term thinking with longer term consequences.
Accepts the role requirements: Individual ambitions and aspirations are in-line with the reality of the role. Demonstrates commitment to the role and values the work. Able to manage 24/7 work environment if/when necessary while finding balance.
Team and organizational leadership: Able to influence and collaborate/partner well internally and externally. Challenges the status quo to accelerate business outcomes. Ability to teach and share knowledge with others; always learning and developing oneself.
Executive communication: Connects well with people . Demonstrates executive presence. Communicates effectively – leveraging concise and effective messaging, empathy and listening ability. Controls the narrative in a way that is transparent, builds credibility and confidence.
Intern Responsibility/Project Examples
Assist in analyzing and mapping our current supply chain processes using the SCOR model framework
Identify areas for improvement and propose recommendations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction in the Sourcing and Logistics areas.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including planning, procurement, production, logistics, returns, customer service, and operations to gather data and insights for process optimization
Support the implementation of supply chain improvement initiatives, such as inventory management, demand planning, and order fulfillment
Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging trends in supply chain management to contribute to continuous improvement efforts
Assist in data collection, analysis, and reporting to measure key performance indicators (KPIs) and track the progress of supply chain initiatives.
Review and analyze whether or not new supply chain concepts that support an Integrated Supply Chain should be adopted by HP (i.e., JIS---Just In Sequence)
Participate in meetings, workshops, and training sessions related to supply chain management and process improvement
Conducting a sourcing market research to determine possible new innovative products or categories for introduction into HP’s products
Designing a sustainability initiative independent or in conjunction with other business function, i.e., Packaging suppliers, Logistics/Transportations suppliers
Identifying and implementing new, innovative quality control processes and procedures for component suppliers
Conduct market research to propose and implement potential new technologies leading for supply chain optimization
Apply analytics to develop data-driven solutions and financial/operational models to complex problems
Education and Experience Required
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply the SCOR model to identify process gaps and propose solutions
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Teams and Sharepoint
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross- functional teams
Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to work successfully in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) environment
A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft PowerBI, SQL and Access database a plus
Knowledge of programming languages such as Python or others a plus Strong knowledge of Microsoft
Knowledge of statistical analysis, and financial modeling
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel with experience in creating Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros
Strong business acumen and technical knowledge within area of responsibility.
Knowledge with programming languages (Python, other)
Ability to work in virtual teams
Be an agent of Management of Change
Previous internships in a Supply Chain related function
Preferred Majors:
Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, Industrial Distribution, General Business Management
We are looking for visionaries who are ready to make an impact on the way the world works. At HP, the future is yours to create. The selected candidate will gain and be equipped with SC fundamentals like Functional expertise, Business and Financial Acumen, Capability to process Information, and team and organization leadership. Thanks for taking the time to review our job description. If you think it is a match to your knowledge and interests please apply today— we are eager to learn more about you.
HP is an equal opportunity employer: https://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/GetDocument.aspx?docname=c08129225
US Only: COL, NY, CA, WA - Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is $24-$31 hourly. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
