Operations Analyst Internship- Distribution

Job Summary

Are you looking for an exciting, hands-on internship in a fast-paced work environment for the summer of 2026? The Restaurant Store, a Clark Associates company, is looking for dedicated and hardworking candidates that have experience in systems management or data analysis to join our growing company as an Operations Analyst Intern for the summer of 2026. This internship will provide the opportunity to learn about preparing reports, stat-tracking and assessing IT needs for the warehouse.

Summer Interns at our Distribution Centers also have access to a robust training program through Clark Associates, which includes team shadowing, roundtable discussions and presentations with senior leadership, mentorship, networking opportunities, soft-skill and hard-skill training, and other great internship perks! Click here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hpCYl_wF3I) to learn more about our engaging internship program.

Responsibilities

As an Operations Analyst Intern, you will learn about the following:

• Creating warehouse and business summaries – 102, 851, CNA, TRS, WEB
• Creating various reports as requested by management to help increase efficiency, accuracy, and stat tracking
• Overseeing system rollouts and providing feedback to appropriate teams as necessary
• Serving as point of contact with OSS and I.T. for various projects
• Reviewing and assessing IT needs for the warehouse and act as a liaison for our IT team to replace and/or purchase equipment
• Identifying process and reporting improvements by challenging the status quo
• Working with managers to improve team, department, and process data tracking and reporting
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 12 hours/day.
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
• Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
• Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 75lbs.

Experience

Experience:

• Previous work history, showing that you display our company's core values.
• Distribution or warehousing experience is a plus.

Education:

• Preference will be given to juniors and seniors or those graduating in the 2026 or 2027 school years

Education

This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.

Desired Traits & Skills

• Strong knowledge in MS Excel
• Ability to work in a fast–paced and deadline driven environment
• Exhibit analytical thinking and problem solving
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Passion for supply chain management and process enhancement
• Demonstrate maturity, responsibility and leadership ability
• Must be able push and pull up to 150 lbs, as well as lift and carry up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to constantly bend, reach, squat, twist, and stand throughout shift

Company Overview

Your one-stop-shop for restaurant supplies and foodservice equipment. We aim to exceed our customers’ expectations by providing excellent hospitality, quality, and value.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Discounts

Available at HQ Locations Only

• On-Site Fitness Centers
• Dog-friendly Offices