Operational Support Intern Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Intern/Trainee

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity
As a Management Consulting - Operations & Supply Chain Solutions Intern, you will engage in projects that enhance operational performance across supply chains and core business processes. Within our Advisory practice, you will support teams by participating in projects and conducting research, focusing on learning and gaining exposure to PwC's methodologies. This role offers a chance to observe and contribute to the success of client engagements, providing valuable insights into the consulting landscape.
As an Intern, you will embrace a learning mindset, supporting teams with basic tasks while observing professional work environments. You will have the opportunity to apply your skills in a dynamic setting, gaining exposure to PwC's practices and methodologies. In this role, you will be encouraged to ask questions, take initiative, and produce quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to our team's success. This experience will help you establish your personal brand and pave the way for future opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Supporting teams in optimizing supply chain operations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Participating in projects focused on improving business processes and scaling execution
- Assisting in the development and implementation of strategies for supply chain transformation
- Engaging in research and analysis to identify opportunities for process improvement
- Collaborating with team members to design flexible solutions for diverse operational challenges
- Contributing to the management and tracking of budgetary elements within supply chain projects
- Observing and learning from experienced professionals to gain insights into supply chain management practices
- Applying a learning mindset to develop skills in logistics management and inventory control
- Gathering and analyzing data to support decision-making in supply chain optimization efforts
- Taking initiative to ask questions and seek feedback to enhance personal and professional growth
What You Must Have
- Currently pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's degree
- Client service intern positions are considered entry-level roles. Candidates are typically in their third year of a four-year degree program or fourth year of a five-year program at the time of application
What Sets You Apart
- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Economics, Finance, Communications, Operations Mangement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Information System, Managment Information Systems, Data Processing, Data Analytics, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, International Business
- Preferred cumulative GPA: 3.3
- Preferred major GPA: 3.3
- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Demonstrating enthusiasm for learning and gaining exposure to supply chain operations
- Supporting teams with basic tasks and research in operations consulting
- Participating in projects to improve efficiency and reduce costs in supply chains
- Observing and learning from PwC's practices and methodologies in client support
- Applying a learning mindset to develop personal and professional skills

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

September 26, 2026The salary range for this position is: $29.25 - $48.00. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws.As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-workFor only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.