Inventory Analyst Intern

Location: Wallingford, CT Posted: 4/6/2026 Location Name: Wallingford, CT

Wage Max: 25.00 Hourly Wage Min: 25.00 Hourly Position Type: Full Time Internship Shift: M-F 8 AM - 5 PM

FLSA: Salaried Non-Exempt

Summary

This full-time, on-site summer internship (2026) will provide the opportunity to work closely with the Accounting Department to support the accuracy of inventory reporting while assisting in establishing best practices across the organization. The Inventory Analyst Intern will analyze inventory data, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate cross-functionally to improve processes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Identify root causes of inventory variances through transaction research
• Propose solutions and process improvements to prevent reoccurring issues
• Recommend changes to cycle count program based on results
• Review inventory issues (e.g., negative balances, on-hand discrepancies) and identify root causes
• Review Material Usage Variance (MUV) and understand how and why materials are over-issued or under-issued
• Collaborate with Engineering Department to validate bill of materials (BOMs) with physical samples
• Review cost discrepancies in counts (conversion transactions)
• Review account alias transactions for accuracy
• Evaluate key inventory process steps (e.g., cable completion, issuing materials to work orders, multiple work order releases for the same part numbers)
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• Recent graduates or currently enrolled in college/university programs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Proficient with computer software, including online platforms and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Team-oriented with a collaborative approach to achieving operational goals.
  
  

Times Microwave Systems is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.