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Internship - Business Operations Intern / Co-op

Mide Technology
$25-31
United States, Massachusetts, Woburn
475 Wildwood Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 29, 2026
Business Operations Intern / Co op About us For over 35 years, Mide Technology, a Hutchinson Company, has been an innovative, agile, and proven engineering services and research & development firm located in Woburn, MA. Over 50 employees deliver innovative products and solutions to our customers in US government agencies (Department of Defense, NASA, etc.), and throughout the commercial sector. From piezoelectric components, shock and vibration sensors and software, to developing smart systems we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that provide value to our customers. Job Description We are seeking a sharp, hardworking, and hands on Business Operations Intern / Co op who is self motivated and excited to learn in a dynamic, fast paced operating environment. This role uniquely interfaces with both Business Operations (supporting two commercial product line P&Ls) and Core Site Operations & Facilities, providing broad visibility into how a technical hardware business runs end to end. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing quantitative, desk based workflow with active, on the floor operational and facilities work. You will contribute to meaningful operational improvements, real time problem solving, and visibility into supply chain, production, and product fulfillment. ________________________________________ Internship Summary Your work will span three key functional areas: 1. Business Operations & Product Line Support (35%) * Supply Chain & Inventory Management: Assist with vendor communication, purchase requisition preparation, order tracking, and inventory level monitoring to support uninterrupted hardware production. * Operational & Sales Data Visibility: Help build, maintain, and streamline dashboards and KPIs, providing insights into lead times, margins, order flow, and inventory turns. * Process Improvement: Map workflows (order to ship, RMAs, repairs, production handoffs), identify bottlenecks, and document SOPs to reduce inefficiency and waste. 2. Site Operations & Facilities Support (35%) * Facilities & Safety: Support workplace organization efforts (5S), facility upkeep, equipment maintenance tracking, and recurring safety compliance routines. * Resource & Vendor Coordination: Interact with external contractors, supply vendors, and waste/recycling partners as needed. * Operational Planning & Basic IT: Assist with budget tracking, documentation organization, workstation setups, and simple IT onboarding tasks. 3. Special Projects & IT Support (30%) * Support cross functional initiatives, including continuous improvement projects, drafting SOPs and work instructions, maintaining equipment schedules, and helping optimize workspace layouts or tool management processes. ________________________________________ Preferred Experience & Qualifications * Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, MIS, or a related field. Upperclassmen preferred. * Minimum 3.2 GPA. * Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (pivot tables, lookups, data visualization). Familiarity with ERP/inventory systems, CRM platforms, or BI tools is a plus. * Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team within a dynamic, hands on environment. * Strong problem solving mindset with the ability to transition seamlessly between desk analysis and physical workspace tasks. * Excellent time management, organization, and concise written/verbal communication skills. * Due to the nature of our government contracting work, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen ________________________________________ What You Will Gain * Real exposure to both business operations and physical operations in a technical hardware company. * Experience working with data visualization, supply chain processes, facility management, and interdisciplinary project work. * Opportunities to meaningfully improve processes and present operational findings to leadership. ________________________________________ Work Breakdown * 35% Product Line Business Operations (supply chain, dashboards, P&L support) * 35% Site Operations & Facilities (safety tracking, 5S, vendor support) * 30% Special Projects & IT (SOPs, workstation setups, improvement initiatives)