Planning & Inventory Management Intern - Supply Chain

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome—both here and Outside. We value individual differences and are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring the best of their experience and talents and truly thrive.

Are you ready to embark on an exciting summer internship journey with one of Maine’s most iconic outdoor brands? At L.L.Bean, we’re not just about selling gear; we’re about inspiring and enabling people to experience the outdoors. And behind every product our customers love is a team working to make sure the right inventory is in the right place at the right time.

Participation in the 2027 Summer Internship Program requires working in person at one of our Maine office locations. This internship requires 32–36 hours per week, with in-office attendance Monday through Thursday.

• Our Summer 2027 Internship Program is 2 months and will run from June 1st to July 31st

• All interns are expected to be on-site within commuting distance from Freeport, ME for the full 2-month program

As a Planning & Inventory Management Intern within our Supply Chain organization, you’ll gain hands-on experience with the planning, forecasting, and inventory decisions that help keep our business moving. You’ll work alongside experienced business partners, dig into real data and business challenges, and complete a meaningful project with the opportunity to make recommendations that have a direct impact on L.L.Bean.

What You’ll Experience

Throughout the summer, you’ll be assigned a specific project designed to give you exposure to the work of Inventory Management and the broader Supply Chain organization. You’ll have the opportunity to apply what you’re learning in the classroom to real business challenges while building your analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Examples of experiences and projects as an Inventory Intern may include:

• Shadowing Forecasting and Buying teams to understand how inventory strategies are developed and translated into day-to-day business decisions.

• Exploring AI capabilities for gathering and synthesizing industry data, with the goal of creating concise, actionable insights for senior leaders.

• Developing recommendations, presentations, or training materials based on project findings.

• Using data to identify trends, opportunities, and potential inventory or business challenges.

• Exploring areas of personal interest across the broader Supply Chain organization to gain exposure to different career paths and functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete an assigned summer project and present findings, insights, and recommendations to key stakeholders.

• Analyze business and inventory data using Excel and other tools to identify trends and opportunities.

• Partner with Inventory Management, Forecasting, Buying, and other cross-functional teams to support key initiatives.

• Participate in relevant team meetings and working sessions to build business knowledge and advance project work.

• Conduct research and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations.

• Prepare presentations and effectively communicate findings to business partners and leaders.

• Build an understanding of how inventory decisions support L.L.Bean’s broader retail, e-commerce, and supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four-year college or university degree program with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

• Interest in Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Planning, Forecasting, Analytics, Retail, Business, or a related field.

• Reliable transportation for the duration of the internship, as this role requires working from our Freeport, Maine headquarters at least four days per week.

• Ability to secure personal housing within a commutable distance of Freeport, Maine. Housing leads and referrals will be provided.

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify insights, and communicate findings.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic work environment.

• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with others.

• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to ask questions, learn, and take on new challenges.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and a growth mindset.

• Passion for retail and an interest in representing the L.L.Bean brand.

• Flexibility and willingness to contribute where needed throughout the internship.

Housing Stipend Eligibility: Interns who do not have access to housing within 50 miles of the Freeport Headquarters may be eligible to receive a housing stipend to help relieve travel or living costs for the summer. All requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to confirm eligibility and individual circumstances.

Health and Safety Requirement: Ensures compliance with the L.L.Bean Comprehensive Health and Safety program by knowing and following all safety guidelines, policies, procedures and expectations.  Take immediate and appropriate action to rectify any unsafe conditions.   

L.L.Bean is for everyone. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcome - here and in the outdoors.

L.L.Bean uses a market-based compensation approach. The anticipated starting base pay for this position is $20 - $22 /hour. Individual compensation may vary based on factors such as a candidate’s experience, qualifications, education, geographic location, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

If you care about the outdoors, joining L.L.Bean is a great way to feel good about what you do. Our benefits package makes a good thing even better, with programs and perks designed to support your health and financial goals. Plus, maintaining a healthy work-life balance and re-charging outside are all part of the plan.

If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you'd be great at this role, we'd love to learn more about you!   At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us.  We strive to reflect this every day in our commitments to employees and partners and in our efforts to promote belonging.