2027 Operations Intern

About the role

Onsite: Phoenix, AZ Internship from May/June - August/September 2027. No relocation assistance or housing provided. Mercury Systems is seeking a motivated and innovative Operations Intern eager to learn, contribute, and bring fresh ideas to Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement, and Data Analysis. In this hands-on role, you’ll support various operational tasks, data analysis, reporting, cross-functional coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives. Interns will collaborate with multiple departments, contribute to meaningful projects, and learn how processes and data support product delivery, operational efficiency, and business performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operational tasks related to manufacturing throughput, material readiness, and production coordination
• Collect, organize, and analyze operational data to improve visibility and support decision‑making
• Build and maintain reports, dashboards, and performance metrics used by Operations leadership
• Participate in meetings with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program teams to support planning and follow‑up actions
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on workflow efficiency, process consistency, or data accuracy
• Support documentation updates, standard work, and operational procedures to ensure alignment and clarity across teams

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in industrial engineering, supply chain, operations management or a related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.1 required (transcripts will be requested during review)
• Completed at least 1 year of undergraduate studies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and basic formulas
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau)
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma tools – Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, 5Y analysis, etc.
• Exposure to MRP concepts, forecasting methods, or inventory management
• Demonstrated leadership through an executive role in a club, organization, athletic team, etc.
• Preferred: Exposure to manufacturing, operations, or supply chain concepts through coursework or prior internships
• Preferred: Basic understanding of process improvement or Lean methodologies

Benefits

• Bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions)
• Health, life, and disability insurance
• Company-paid holidays and time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Discounted employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv, and Virgin Pulse
• Eligibility for annual stock-based awards at Director or Vice President level

Pay

$17.00 – $38.00 per hour (full‑time equivalent)

Schedule

Internship runs from May/June through August/September 2027. Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule where available, providing additional work‑life balance.