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MBA Intern, Supply Chain Optimization - Summer 2027

Medline · Northfield, IL · $92,000–$138,000 a year · Full time

Posted Aug 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about an optimization or modeling project you did. What was the result?

What they are checking: Whether they have built models that produced real recommendations, not just academic exercises.

Tell me about a time you had to simplify a complex analysis for decision makers.

What they are checking: Whether they can make models understandable enough that leaders trust and use them.

Why supply chain optimization at a healthcare company?

What they are checking: Whether they connect supply chain work to the patients and providers who depend on it.

What would you do

Your model says to close a facility, but operations leaders strongly disagree. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can test their model against real constraints and take expert pushback seriously.

Fuel costs jump sharply. How would you analyze the impact on the network?

What they are checking: Whether they can quickly size the effect of an outside shock and suggest responses.

About the work

How would you decide which distribution center should serve a group of customers?

What they are checking: Whether they understand network tradeoffs between transportation cost, service time and capacity.

Medline delivers next day to most of the country. What supply chain decisions make that possible?

What they are checking: Whether they can reason about how network design and inventory placement support fast service.

What tools have you used for supply chain analytics or optimization, like Python, SQL or a solver?

What they are checking: Whether their skills are practical enough to deliver in a 12-week internship.

How do you check that the data feeding your model is good enough to trust?

What they are checking: Whether they validate inputs before drawing conclusions from them.

How would you measure whether a supply chain change actually improved performance?

What they are checking: Whether they define clear metrics like cost per unit, fill rate or on-time delivery up front.

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The full job description

As published by Medline.

Job Summary With over 50 years of consecutive growth, Medline has more than 43,000 employees worldwide and business in over 125 countries. Recently named one of the nation’s "Best and Brightest Companies to Work For,” we have a state-of-the-art headquarters in Northfield, IL, and a dynamic city office at the Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago. We are proud to offer opportunities for those who are curious, collaborative, and ready to make an impact. The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly, and our customers rely on us for solutions backed by smart, data-driven thinking. Medline’s MBA Internship Program offers MBA students a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully while developing the analytical and leadership skills needed to grow their careers in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This 12-week summer internship is designed to immerse professionals within our Supply Chain Optimization organization, tasked with analyzing data, identifying trends, and making recommendations that influence key business decisions. Interns will gain exposure to senior leaders, participate in professional development sessions, and build lasting connections through curated networking opportunities. Job Description Internship Responsibilities: Intern responsibilities will vary based on functional placement, but typical responsibilities include: • Translate operational, supply chain, and customer insights into actionable recommendations. • Deliver a high-impact project that improves efficiency, service levels, inventory, or operating performance. • Develop and present actionable recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders • Support strategic initiatives, process improvements, or cost-savings efforts • Collaborate with teams across Sales, Operations, Product Management, Finance, and more to solve real business problems • Prepare leadership-ready presentations or reports to share findings Qualifications: • Currently pursuing an MBA degree • 3+ years of professional business experience within Supply Chain or a related field • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfort working with data • Ability to establish and maintain relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, in the business community • & with vendors along with preferred negotiation experience • Demonstrated ability to present to senior management with the purpose of influencing decisions Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position: $92,000.00 - $138,000.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp for interns and temporary roles. We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here . Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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