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Operational Excellence Intern

CompanySuntory Global Spirits
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 17, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the global operational excellence team by monitoring the implementation of site routines and ways of working across multiple Kentucky sites. Key tasks include assisting in designing training spaces and materials to enhance Gemba capability and supporting ongoing digital transformation efforts.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
5571
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
As a world leader in premium spirits, Suntory Global Spirits inspires the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. Known for its craftsmanship of premium whiskies, including Jim Beam® and Maker's Mark®; Japanese whiskies, including Yamazaki®, Hakushu®, Hibiki® and Toki™; and leading Scotch brands including Laphroaig® and Bowmore®, Suntory Global Spirits also produces leading brands such as Tres Generaciones® and El Tesoro® tequila, Roku™ and Sipsmith® gin, and is a world leader in Ready-To-Drink cocktails, with brands like -196 and On The Rocks™ Premium Cocktails. A global company with approximately 6,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, Suntory Global Spirits is driven by its core values of Growing for Good, Yatte Minahare and Giving Back to Society. The company’s Proof Positive sustainability strategy includes ambitious goals and investments to drive sustainable change and have a positive impact on the planet, consumers and communities. Headquartered in New York City, Suntory Global Spirits is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan. For more information, visit www.suntoryglobalspirits.com and www.drinksmart.com.
About the Role

At Suntory Global Spirits, we craft spirits of the highest quality and deliver brilliant experiences to people around the world. Suntory Global Spirits has evolved into the world's third largest leading premium spirits company ... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Suntory Global Spirits is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.

 

What makes this a great opportunity?

Our Global Supply Chain Summer Interns are given the opportunity for hands-on experience within the Spirits industry. Our interns don’t just watch- they own their work and projects and achieve real results that are shared with our senior leaders. Our summer interns are part of the family- you will be mentored and led by industry experts and given opportunities for growth and development that will strengthen not only your resume, but your application of skills from the classroom to the industry. We create endless opportunities to Unleash Your Spirit every day in a culture that is charged, creative, challenging and fun. Internships are paid, 40 hours per week, and based out of our Kentucky locations (Frankfort, Clermont, or Loretto, KY). Come join us for an unforgettable summer!

The Operational Excellence Intern will have the opportunity to work with the global operational excellence team to analyze current capability and training gaps in the different Operating Units from SGS and design enhanced materials to ensure efficiency and accelerate our people’s development.

Role Responsibilities

•    Supporting Operational Excellence team to monitor site routine/ways of working implementation across multiple sites in KY (30%).
•    Assist in designing training spaces and materials (Global Standards) to enhance Gemba capaility and achieve a world-class organization (50%).
•    Support ongoing efforts in digital transformation, using tools like SharePoint, Power BI, Power Automate, AI Agents, etc. (20%).

Qualifications

•    Interns must be 21 by the start of the internship in June 2026. 
•    Interns must be pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering from an accredited university and are preferably a rising senior or enrolled in a graduate program
•    Ability to perform tasks independently and efficiently, paying close attention to detail and procedures
•    Strong problem-solving & communication skills, working with others for input, clearly documenting work and results  
•    Self-starter, flexible, comfortable working in unstructured fast-paced environment, and able to manage multiple priorities effortlessly 
•    Team player with collaborative style and good listening skills.  Culturally sensitive and proven ability to understand, and work well with others 
•    Other key skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Power Suite (BI, Automate, Apps), high analytical skills
•    Must be authorized to work in the US

 

While relocation, immigration, and/or tax compliance support are not guaranteed, we may offer assistance to successful candidates depending on factors such as role requirements in accordance with company guidelines.

At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.

Key Skills
Operational ExcellenceData AnalysisTraining DesignSharePointPower BIPower AutomateAI AgentsProblem-SolvingCommunicationAnalytical SkillsSelf-StarterFlexibilityTeam PlayerCultural SensitivityGemba CapabilityDigital Transformation
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringLogisticsData & Analytics