Description
Work Where You Matter: At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive. Company Overview:
The purpose of the Dollar General Distribution Center Operations Intern Program is to provide participants with practical and rewarding experiences that develop leadership and operational skills within the supply chain field. Participants in the 10-week paid internship will help manage and streamline day to day operations for timely receipt, stocking, order filling and shipment of merchandise.
The internship will conclude with a trip to our corporate office to present a process improvement project to Dollar General executives.
Our program provides students with:
• A 10-week in-person experience in a distribution center.
• Weekly rotations in the warehouse departments (i.e., Inbound, Outbound, Maintenance, Transportation, Human Resource, etc.).
• Opportunities to work on a virtual team with fellow interns on a network-wide project and present their recommendations in-person to senior leaders.
• A mentorship with a member of their DC's leadership team.
• Exposure to corporate and retail roles at Dollar General through guest speakers.
• Community service opportunity.
• Networking opportunities with executives.
Interns can be involved in nearly every aspect of the distribution center operations, but please note – interns should not be involved in hiring or termination decisions, conducting investigations, or administering counseling/coaching to employees.
Qualifications:KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Strong attention to detail.
- Demonstrated employee relations skills and skills necessary to assist employees in conflict resolution and one-to-one communication.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Computer skills: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Undergraduate or graduate business student with/or pursuing major in Supply Chain Management.
- Solid analytical skills and self-motivated.
- Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of the organization.
- Willingness to work in a team environment.
- Handle multiple activities simultaneously and ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office Tools: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Must be able to physically move throughout the distribution center to monitor the flow of merchandise.
- Exposure to dust varied lighting and noise.
- Some heavy lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, and kneeling may be required to assist employees when necessary.
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