Logistics Centre Operations Placement Student Intern

Placement Student – UK Logistics Centre Operations

We are looking for an enthusiastic Operations Placement Student to join our team specializing in Logistics for our Corporate/CBS segment in Daventry, UK.During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry.

This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2027.

To be successful in this role you will need the following: 

• We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards a Business/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning/Statistics degree.

• Excellent written and verbal communication with the ability to present confidently to a wide range of stakeholders.

• Solution orientated with excellent problem-solving skills.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Excel would be beneficial.

CLOSING DATE: (Thursday, 12^th November 2026 11:59pm)

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: 

• Identifying Continuous Improvement opportunities within the facility and rolling out improvement projects.

• Using Continuous Improvement and Industrial Engineering techniques to measure processes and quantify improvements.

• Ergonomics projects to improve manual handling processes with the use of lifting equipment.

• Coordinating cross-functional UK Logistics Centre projects with strategic importance to business transitions or processes.

• Review and improve current picking & packing processes for production & aftermarket customers.

• Participate in requirements gathering sessions, data analysis and presenting findings to the leadership team. Share best practices with other sites in the Cummins network.