2026 Internship: Integrated Business Planning (12 weeks, June 2026 start)

Integrated Business Planning (IBP) InternWe are seeking a motivated and intellectually curious Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Intern to join our team for a 12-week summer program. Integrated Business Planning (IBP) is a holistic, end-to-end planning process that aligns marketing, sales, finance, supply chain, logistics, and executive leadership through structured, cross-functional reviews. It enables the organization to anticipate future risks and opportunities, close performance gaps, and make coordinated strategic decisions. By connecting short-, medium-, and long-term plans, IBP supports sustainable growth, improved performance, and long-term value creation for the business. The intern will have the opportunity to rotate across key IBP pillarsDemand, Supply, Cross functional (finance, commercial, marketing and SC) Integration, and GovernanceOR deep-dive into one specialized area such as Process Design, Planning Analytics, or RACI & Operating Model Design. The role is ideal for students looking to build skills at the intersection of business strategy, supply chain, analytics, and process excellence. What will your individual contribution be? Support monthly/weekly IBP cycle by preparing data, updating templates, and assisting with meeting pre-reads and action logs. Assist with forecast variance analysis. Continuous improvement work on Risks and opportunities process, framework, and reporting. Map and document processes (current state and future state) or contribute to building RACIs to clarify roles and responsibilities. Develop or improve current Excel reports that planning is using, for automation or easy analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and support project deliverables. What You'll Learn Practical understanding of IBP process mechanics. Exposure to cross-functional business planning. Experience with data visualization tools. Skills in process design, stakeholder management, communication, and governance. Opportunity to present your learnings to Leadership team. Required Qualifications Current sophomore or junior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Analytics, or related field. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Excel & PowerPoint; familiarity with Power BI or AI tools is a plus. Excellent communication and attention to detail. Curiosity and willingness to learn cross-functional processes. Preferred Qualifications Interest in supply chain, planning, or business strategy. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Experience with data visualization, process mapping, or workflow design (nice to have). Other requirements: This internship is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday from approximately 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm for 12 weeks. Live in NJ or provide your own funding for relocation and commuting to the office. Must be eligible to work in the US at the time of, and for the duration of employment. Employees will be required to furnish evidence of US work authorization. Applicant must not require future sponsorship for an employment visa status. The position is based in Warren, NJ, and follows a hybrid model, requiring an in-office presence of 3 days per week. Location: Warren, NJ Expected Start Date: June 1st, 2026 Rate: $24.50 per hour