About our group:

The NPI Materials team enables Seagate’s New Product Introduction (NPI) programs by ensuring accurate, timely, and cost-effective delivery of materials for engineering builds and product launches. We work cross-functionally with Engineering, Supplier Quality, Commodity Management, and global factories to support product development from concept through production in a fast-paced, highly dynamic environment.

About the role - you will:

As a Supply Chain / Materials Intern, you will support day-to-day NPI operations while gaining exposure to the full supply chain lifecycle. You will also contribute to process improvements using modern data and AI tools.

Material Planning & Execution

Support tracking of material readiness for NPI builds
Monitor shortages, excess, and delivery status
Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure on-time material availability

Data Analysis & Reporting

Analyze supply chain data (material status, supplier performance, build readiness)
Develop reports and dashboards using Excel and BI tools
Support data-driven decision making and improved visibility

AI & Process Improvement (Key Focus Area)

Your primary summer project will support an AI-enabled Config Plan analytics initiative.
You will help document supply-chain business rules, develop a standardized Supply/Demand analysis for selected components, validate results against the current process, and present recommendations to NPI Materials stakeholders.
Interest in learning how AI and automation can be applied to practical supply-chain challenges. Prior AI development experience is helpful but not required.
Assist in analyzing workflows and identifying improvement opportunities
Help develop or enhance tools (e.g., dashboards, analytics, automation flows)
Collaborate with the team on innovative solutions to improve efficiency and decision-making

Cross-functional Collaboration

Partner with:
- Engineering teams
- Procurement / Commodity Management
- Planning and Factory teams
- Communicate material status, risks, and updates across stakeholders

NPI Program Support

Support material activities for new product builds
Help track key milestones and highlight supply chain risks
Gain exposure to product development and launch cycles

About you:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and organizational skills
Curiosity and interest in applying AI tools to real-world business problems

Your experience includes:

Able to organize and analyze data in Microsoft Excel using tools such as formulas, lookups, pivot tables, charts, or equivalent features
Interest in supply chain, logistics, procurement, or operations
Experience with data analysis, visualization, or automation tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Power Automate, Python, etc.)
Exposure to ERP systems (SAP or similar)
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business / Operations, Engineering, or related field, and returning for classes in Fall 2027.

What you will gain:

Hands-on experience in NPI supply chain and materials planning
Exposure to cross-functional collaboration in a global technology company
Experience applying data analytics and AI tools to real supply chain challenges
Understanding of how supply chain supports product development, engineering builds, and manufacturing

Location:

Our Longmont product-design campus is nestled against the foothills with exceptional views of the Rocky Mountains. Here at work, you can grab breakfast and lunch in the on-site cafeteria or get an afternoon espresso, prepared by a professional barista. Our 1,500+ employees enjoy an active on-site experience from sporting activities (get in a few laps at lunch on our 1-mile walking path around campus, play ping-pong or volleyball, or stop in our 24- hour fitness center for a group or individual workout) to community service and many employee resource groups.

The estimated base wage range for this position is $22 - $27/hr. The individual base wage is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible Interns, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and participation in the employee stock purchase plan. Seagate also offers Interns 12 paid holidays and a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave. The benefits for this position are based on a 24 to 40-hour-per-week schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending on work location and tenure with the Company.

Location: Longmont, United States
Travel: None

Information at a Glance

About Us

With more than four decades of storage innovation, Seagate empowers humanity to thrive in the data age and helps people and businesses navigate the ever-expanding data landscape.

We craft precision-engineered, cutting-edge solutions that help the world store and manage exponential data growth.

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