OPERATIONS INTERN SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Dec 08, 2025 - The Operations Intern supports daily business functions by assisting internal teams and customers through effective communication and administrative support. This role requires proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong analytical and organizational skills, and a demonstrated understanding of business operations and profitability. The intern also must be flexible with work hours and be comfortable handling phone-based customer service with attention to detail and professionalism.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Operations Intern Resume
- Data Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Inventory Management
- Compliance Management
- Supply Chain
- Logistics Coordination
- Product Development
- Quality Control
- Operational Reporting
- Order Management
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Communication Skills
- Adaptability Skills
- Stakeholder Management
- Customer Service
- Cross Collaboration
- Leadership Communication
- Time Management
- Conflict Resolution


Summary of Operations Intern Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Supply Chain Management
- Strong academic performer with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Experience working in operational environments, ideally engaging with external partners (suppliers, vendors, carriers).
- Experience with SQL
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and creative approaches to issues, as well as experience leading/driving projects or initiatives.
- Good computer skills and basic Excel skills
- Strong organizational skills and experience working with G-Suite.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong data analytics and know the details that matter
- Ability to work collaboratively and foster great working relationships with various stakeholders.
- Ability to work with a great level of autonomy, to prioritize tasks efficiently, and to quickly adapt to change.
- Ability to multitask, managing various tasks and accounts concurrently
- Willingness to travel to plants
2. BA in Business Administration
- Possess an Overall GPA of 3.0
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of products
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential for interacting with all levels of the organization
- Understanding and being fully aware of how business operates and how it makes money and sustains profitable growth, now and in the future
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, to include days and occasional nights.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer
- Ability to work overtime and weekends
- Desire to support a team and provide excellent customer service to Internal and external customers
- Comfortable with being on the phone to assist customers and providers
3. BS in Industrial Engineering
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0
- Experience using Microsoft Office
- Previous experience in on-demand fleet management or customer support in a challenging and dynamic environment
- Demonstrate optimism, respect others, and work well in a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively motivate a wide range of individuals
- Ability to prioritize based on opportunities and effectively multitask
- Quickly learn the process of orders, inventory management, and data analysis
- Problem-solving work with management to overcome obstacles within a supplier and make it transparent to the sales team
- High motivation to work for a fast-growing startup
- Passion for learning and adapting to new technologies