Enterprise Operations Business Internship

Location: Spring, Texas, United States of America

Department: Your Privacy

About the Role

Join HP Inc., a global leader in innovation since our Palo Alto garage origins in 1939, as an Enterprise Operations Business Intern in our Spring, Texas location. This 12-week paid summer internship in the Supply Chain Organization offers hands-on experience applying the SCOR model to optimize processes in sourcing, logistics, planning, materials management, manufacturing, sustainability, digital transformation, returns, and order fulfillment. As part of HP's customer-centric culture serving over 1 billion customers in 170 countries, you'll tackle real-world challenges with big projects, networking, executive speakers, and community involvement—no busywork here. This pipeline role for 2026 targets diverse talent, especially from historically underrepresented groups, with potential conversion to a full-time position (no future sponsorship). HP's Supply Chain is the heart of the world's most sustainable technology company, equipping you with fundamentals for a thriving career. You'll analyze processes, propose efficiency gains, collaborate across teams, implement initiatives, research trends, track KPIs, explore concepts like Just In Sequence, design sustainability efforts, and apply analytics for data-driven solutions. Gain exposure to HP's innovative portfolio in printing, personal computing, software, and services, fostering thought leadership in functional expertise, business acumen, emotional intelligence, resilience, and executive communication. We're seeking 3rd-year Bachelor's or 1st-year Master's/MBA students (non-technical focus preferred) with a 3.0 GPA, US work eligibility, analytical prowess, and proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint. Thrive in our VUCA environment with strong soft skills and a passion for supply chain. Preferred: Supply Chain/Operations majors, prior internships, PowerBI/SQL/Python knowledge, and statistical modeling. At HP, engineer experiences that amaze in a diverse, inclusive culture—apply to shape the future of technology today.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing and mapping current supply chain processes using the SCOR model framework
• Identify areas for improvement and propose recommendations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction in Sourcing and Logistics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including planning, procurement, production, logistics, returns, customer service, and operations
• Support implementation of supply chain improvement initiatives such as inventory management, demand planning, and order fulfillment
• Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging trends in supply chain management
• Assist in data collection, analysis, and reporting to measure KPIs and track initiative progress
• Review and analyze adoption of new supply chain concepts like Just In Sequence (JIS) for an Integrated Supply Chain
• Conduct sourcing market research for innovative products or categories
• Design sustainability initiatives with packaging or logistics suppliers
• Identify and implement innovative quality control processes for component suppliers
• Apply analytics to develop data-driven solutions and financial/operational models
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and training sessions related to supply chain management

Required Qualifications

• 3rd year of Bachelor's degree completed or 1st year of Master's/MBA program completed, typically in a non-technical specialization
• Must be enrolled full-time at an accredited university
• Able to obtain work authorization in the United States in 2026 without requiring sponsorship in the future
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to apply the SCOR model
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred majors: Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, Industrial Distribution, General Business Management
• Previous internships in a Supply Chain related function
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft PowerBI, SQL, and Access database
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python
• Strong knowledge of statistical analysis and financial modeling
• Experience as an agent of Management of Change

Required Skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Application of SCOR model
• Microsoft Excel proficiency (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Teams and SharePoint
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Data collection and analysis
• KPI measurement and reporting
• Research on industry trends
• Supply chain process optimization
• Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
• Resilience and grit in VUCA environments
• Executive communication skills
• Business and financial acumen
• Digital savvy with AI and advanced tools
• Ability to work in virtual teams
• Statistical analysis
• Financial modeling

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay range of $23 to $32 per hour (US candidates)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Comprehensive HP US benefits package
• 12-week paid summer internship with networking and executive speakers
• Community involvement opportunities
• Hands-on projects in a innovative technology environment
• Potential conversion to full-time role based on performance

HP Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.