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Material Planning Intern

CompanyAllison Transmission
LocationLafayette
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist the supply chain team with material planning, purchasing, inventory control, and production scheduling. They will also analyze inventory levels, update lead times in SAP, and develop material shipping strategies.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
2974
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Allison Transmission is a leading designer and manufacturer of vehicle propulsion solutions for commercial and defense vehicles, the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, and a leader in electrified propulsion systems that Improve the Way the World Works. Allison products are used in a wide variety of applications, including on-highway trucks (distribution, refuse, construction, fire and emergency), buses (school, transit and coach), motorhomes, off-highway vehicles and equipment (energy, mining and construction applications) and defense vehicles (tactical wheeled and tracked). Founded in 1915, the company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. With a presence in more than 150 countries, Allison has regional headquarters in the Netherlands, China and Brazil, manufacturing facilities in the USA, Hungary and India, as well as global engineering resources, including electrification engineering centers in Indianapolis, Indiana, Auburn Hills, Michigan and London in the United Kingdom. Allison also has more than 1,400 independent distributor and dealer locations worldwide. For more information, visit allisontransmission.com. OUR VISION Be the global leader in commercial-duty propulsion solutions that improve the way the world works. OUR PROMISE Provide the most reliable and valued propulsion solutions in the world to enable our customers to work more efficiently.
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Job Title:

Material Planning Intern

Pay Grade:

AcqSal

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of Role

The Material Planner Intern will assist the supply chain team in supporting material planning, purchasing, inventory control, and production scheduling activities. This role helps ensure materials are available to meet production needs while maintaining optimal inventory levels. The intern will gain hands-on experience with supply chain processes, ERP systems, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze inventory usage and models for stocking levels
  • Review lead times from supply base and update SAP
  • Develop material shipping strategies based on EAU

Competencies and Behaviors

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
  • Hands on mechanical aptitude required
  • Warehouse experience preferred
  • Experience with hydraulic equipment preferred

Qualifications and Experience

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics, Industrial Management, Engineering or other related fields preferred.
  • Prior internship, co‑op, or hands‑on project experience (academic or extracurricular) is a plus.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or equivalent productivity tools.

Primary Location:

Lafayette, Indiana

Additional Locations:

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at ask4max@allisontransmission.com.

Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

Key Skills
Material planningPurchasingInventory controlProduction schedulingSupply chain managementData analysisSAPMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordMechanical aptitudeWarehouse operationsHydraulic equipment knowledgeCommunication skills
Categories
LogisticsManufacturingEngineering