Orgill

Intern- Technology

Orgill  •  Collierville, TN (Onsite)  •  12 days ago
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Job Description

Orgill is in search of rising juniors or seniors actively enrolled in college or university who are looking to gain hands-on experience while applying the skills and knowledge they have developed through their studies. As a summer intern at Orgill, you will have the opportunity to work with emerging leaders and experienced technology professionals at the nation’s largest and fastest-growing independent hardlines distribution company.

Our robust internship program is looking for talented, innovative students ready to develop their technical skills, challenge their subject knowledge, and build toward a distinct path to a future career. Interns will have the unique opportunity to build their knowledge base while contributing to a meaningful project with experienced professionals on the team. Throughout the summer, you will also participate in hands-on work that contributes to Orgill’s mission and goals. Our comprehensive program includes professional development, cross-training opportunities, lunch and learns with Orgill’s talented leaders, and team-building activities with the 2027 internship cohort.

The Technology Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting technology initiatives and projects that help drive Orgill’s business operations. This position allows students to be a part of real-world technology projects while working alongside experienced technology professionals and business partners.

The intern may have the opportunity to contribute to areas such as software development, cybersecurity, infrastructure operations, supply chain technology, business intelligence, data analytics, and other technology initiatives. Assignments will be based on business needs as well as the intern’s academic background, skills, and career interests.

This internship provides meaningful project-based experience and an opportunity to develop a broad understanding of how technology supports a large, global organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support technology projects and initiatives within an assigned functional area.
  • Assist with the development, testing, implementation, or improvement of technology solutions.
  • Gather, organize, and analyze data to support technology and business decisions.
  • Assist with troubleshooting, research, documentation, and process improvement activities.
  • Support software, systems, applications, or infrastructure projects as assigned.
  • Assist with cybersecurity initiatives, research, monitoring, or documentation as applicable to the assigned team.
  • Collaborate with technology professionals and business partners across the organization.
  • Participate in meetings, project planning, and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Create or maintain technical documentation, reports, presentations, and other project materials.
  • Research emerging technologies and industry practices as they relate to assigned projects.
  • Identify opportunities to improve technology processes, systems, or user experiences.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities, lunch and learns, and intern activities.
  • Complete a meaningful project or assignment that contributes to the goals of the Technology team.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation as required.
  • Follow applicable company policies, procedures, and security standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program as a rising Junior or Senior.
  • Demonstrated academic success (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0).
  • Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
  • Desire to build a professional network and gain hands-on work experience related to your field of study.
  • Ability to work onsite at our Collierville Home Office for the duration of the program
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About Orgill

Orgill, Inc. is the world's largest independent hardlines distributor with annual sales of $3.5 billion. The privately owned company was founded in 1847 and is headquartered in Collierville, TN. Orgill serves more than 11,000 retail hardware stores, home centers, pro lumber dealers, and farm stores throughout the United States and Canada, and over 50 countries around the world.

Orgill retailers have immediate access to more than 75,000 SKUs in each of its eight distribution centers. Drop Ship programs are available from the industry's leading manufacturers. Orgill's distribution facilities are among the newest and most efficient in the industry, with order accuracy rates of 99.6% and industry leading fill rates. Orgill operates one of the industry's largest truck fleets. 98% of Orgill customers receive their shipment on a scheduled Orgill truck with an Orgill driver within 48 hours of placing their order.

More than 350 Orgill field representatives are strategically located throughout North America. These highly trained men and women work side by side with customers to help identify and address opportunities in the dealer's local market.

Our field staff is supported by a highly skilled team of customer service specialists located in each distribution center, as well as our Collierville home office, who are always a phone call away.

Orgill's sales have doubled over the past ten years, and are 15x what they were in 1990. The growth is a direct result of the company's focus on its mission to "Help Our Customers Be Successful".

Interested in a career with Orgill? Visit www.orgill.com/careers

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Collierville, TN
Year Founded
Unknown
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