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As a world leader in premium spirits, Suntory Global Spirits inspires the brilliance of life by delivering great consumer experiences through its world-class portfolio of brands. Known for its craftsmanship of premium whiskies, including Jim Beam®, Maker’s Mark®, Basil Hayden® and Knob Creek® bourbons; Japanese whiskies, including Yamazaki®, Hakushu®, Hibiki® and Toki™; and leading Scotch brands including Teacher’s, Laphroaig® and Bowmore®, Suntory Global Spirits also produces leading IMFL brand Oaksmith in India.
A global company with approximately 6,000 employees in more than 30 countries, one of Suntory Global Spirit’s core values is Growing for Good and through its Proof Positive sustainability strategy, the company has committed to ambitious goals and investments to promote environmental sustainability in its operations, ensure the company has a positive impact on the communities where employees live and work, and programs to educate and inform consumers to make the right personal choices about drinking. Headquartered in New York City, Suntory Global Spirits is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan. For more information, on our brands and commitment to social responsibility, please visit www.suntoryglobalspirits.com and www.drinksmart.com.
Engineering Systems Intern
Reports to: Director Manufacturing Digitalization
Location: Global Innovation Center, Clermont KY -or- Frankfort, KY
WHAT MAKES THIS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY?
Our Global Supply Chain Summer Interns are given the opportunity for hands-on experience within the Spirits industry. Our interns don’t just watch- they own their work and projects and achieve real results that are shared with our senior leaders. Our summer interns are part of the family- you will be mentored and led by industry experts and given opportunities for growth and development that will strengthen not only your resume, but your application of skills from the classroom to the industry. We create endless opportunities to Unleash Your Spirit every day in a culture that is charged, creative, challenging and fun. Internships are paid, 40 hours per week, and based out of our Kentucky locations (Frankfort, Clermont, or Loretto, KY). Come join us for an unforgettable summer!
The Engineering Systems Intern will have the opportunity to work with the global engineering team to optimize systems and processes that support the global manufacturing of distilled spirits. This role will support efforts toward digital transformation in both manufacturing and office environments, leveraging digital tools for robotic process automation, generative AI, data analytics, and dashboards/visualizations.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supporting Manufacturing Digital Transformation Projects in implementation Phase at multiple sites in KY (50%)
- Implement process automation and optimization using tools like SharePoint, Power BI, Power Automate, Apps, AI Agents, etc (30%)
- Support ongoing efforts toward global manufacturing and engineering standards, specifications, and documentation (20%)
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Interns must be 21 by the start of the internship in June 2026.
- Interns must be pursuing a degree in Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited university and are preferably a rising senior or enrolled in a graduate program
- Previous internship, especially from the spirits industry, preferred
- Ability to perform tasks independently and efficiently, paying close attention to detail and procedures
- Strong problem-solving & communication skills, working with others for input, clearly documenting work and results
- Self-starter, flexible, comfortable working in unstructured fast-paced environment, and able to manage multiple priorities effortlessly
- Team player with collaborative style and good listening skills. Culturally sensitive and proven ability to understand, and work well with others
- Key skills might include: Proficiency with Microsoft Power Suite (BI, Automate, Apps), Big Data and Analytics, Process Automation, Industrial Controls, Mobile App Development, Google Cloud Platform
- Must be authorized to work in the US
WE BELIEVE IN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.