The North Face

Engineering/Supply Chain Apprenticeship

The North Face  •  California, MD (Onsite)  •  24 days ago
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Job Description

At VF, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. As a purpose-led, performance-driven company, we are committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and action. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture - visit VF Careers or www.vfc.com.

Our Visalia Distribution Center plays a key role in delivering iconic VF Corporation brands to customers. We proudly support the distribution of The North Face®, Smartwool®, and Jansport®, ensuring quality and speed from our state-of-the-art facility.

Join VF Corporation as a Summer Supply Chain Intern

We are excited to offer a full-time Summer Supply Chain Internship (approximately 3 months) at our Visalia Distribution Center. This hands-on opportunity is designed for students eager to gain practical experience in a dynamic, fast-paced supply chain environment.

Interns will work closely with operations and continuous improvement teams to validate SOPs, support Base+ standard work, and contribute to meaningful projects that enhance workflow and efficiency

Depending on business need and candidate interest, this internship may extend beyond summer at a reduced schedule of 1–2 days per week for the remainder of the year!

What will you do?

As a Supply Chain Intern, you will take part in impactful, hands-on work that supports operational excellence at our Jonestown DC. Your responsibilities will include:

Core Internship Responsibilities

· Partner with Operations to validate existing SOPs and revise them as needed.

· Support Base+ standard work validations to ensure accuracy and consistency across processes.

· Focus on one smaller, targeted project within a specific area of the building.

· Identify waste and process improvement opportunities across departments.

· Conduct time studies to support standards validation (MOST or stopwatch methods).

· Assist with system testing alongside the engineering/operations teams.

· Collaborate with leadership to effectively communicate process changes to associates.

What do you need to succeed?

We recognize and value the unique skills each individual brings. For this internship, foundational qualifications include:

Required Skills & Experience

· Currently enrolled in a program in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field — or a recent graduate from one of these areas.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).

· Ability to work full-time for the summer internship period (approx. 3 months).

· Interest in continuing part-time (1–2 days/week) after summer, if mutually beneficial.

Preferred Skills

· Experience with Power BI

· Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification

What do we offer you?

Join a company that operates with purpose and passion, distributing iconic brands such as The North Face, Vans, Timberland, and Dickies. Our Distribution Center teams benefit from:

· Real-world supply chain and operations experience

· Skill development and growth opportunities

· A collaborative, team-focused environment

· Competitive industry wages

Free to Be – Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance-driven company, we foster a culture of belonging rooted in respect, connection, and authenticity. We celebrate the diversity of our associates and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can bring their full self to work each day.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range

$19.44 USD - $24.30 USD per hour

Benefits at VF Corporation You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

P lease note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The North Face

About The North Face

The North Face®, a VF Corporation brand, is the premier exploration company in the world.  Founded in the counterculture of Berkeley, CA in 1966 we have a long and storied legacy of enabling exploration, loving and protecting wild places, and creating iconic and technically advanced product.

At The North Face® we dare to lead the world forward through Exploration. We believe that exploration is a mindset – both on the mountain and off the mountain – and it infuses everything we do. As a community of explorers, we stay curious about new ideas, places and people.

Interested in joining the adventure? Take a look through our open opportunities here or on our Careers website (www.thenorthface.com/careers). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The North Face, a VF Company

VF Corporation is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish most through a family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands including Vans®, The North Face®, Timberland® and Dickies®. VF's purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. VF believes that when you discover the difference between a career and a calling, you get so much more out of life. When those lines begin to blur, you start to limit yourself much less and start aiming for more. That’s what we want for everyone who joins VF. And frankly, that’s what it takes to thrive here too. For more information, please visit vfc.com.

Industry
Fashion & Apparel
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Denver, Colorado
Year Founded
1966
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