AMRE Technician Intern

As an AMRE Technician Intern at Cencora, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a hands-on, real-world environment focused on maintaining operational excellence within our distribution centers. Our aim is to develop the next generation of supply chain leaders who will contribute to our growth in a rapidly evolving industry. During our 10-week summer program, you will work closely with a mentor, gaining valuable experience in the maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and systems. You will learn to perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs, while enhancing your technical skills and understanding of safety protocols. At the end of the summer, you will present your key accomplishments and insights to the Leadership Team, showcasing the contributions you made and the skills you developed throughout your internship. Interns are expected to be onsite at one of our distribution centers listed below.

Start Date: June 8, 2026

End Date: August 14, 2026

Locations: Whitestown, IN

Responsibilities:

* Learn about maintenance and reliability principles as they apply within the distribution center.

* Learn effective preventative maintenance plans and schedules for all facility equipment and systems, contributing to overall operational efficiency.

* Learn the importance of safety protocols related to team members and equipment within the distribution center.

* Diagnose error conditions related to Materials Handling Equipment and Automated Picking Systems occurring in the Distribution Center and perform necessary repairs.

* Oversee maintenance, modifications, and system upgrades of Materials Handling Equipment and Automated Picking System controls to enhance performance.

* Assess the efficiency of materials handling equipment and automated picking systems, recommending and implementing necessary modifications as required.

* Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks to ensure continued productivity of warehouse operations and minimize downtime.

* Learn the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system by documenting repairs required and performed on equipment in the Distribution Center.

* Participate in the inventory of spare parts, ensuring that necessary components are available to support maintenance activities.

* Perform related duties as assigned, demonstrate adaptability and a willingness to take on new challenges within the maintenance team.

Qualifications:

* This is an entry-level position requiring 0-3 years of related experience with progressive responsibilities or a combination of education and experience.

* Pursuing an associate degree or trade program certification

* Basic experience in electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.

* Basic understanding of automated systems, equipment and overall theory of operation

* Must not require sponsorship to work in the US now or in the future

Skills and Knowledge:

* Repair Knowledge: Learn the basics of repair tasks related to warehouse operations, design, and systems, with a focus on process improvement and standardization.

* Communication Skills: Develop excellent oral and written communication abilities, collaborating with colleagues and cross-functional teams while learning to translate technical information for diverse audiences.

* Attention to Detail: Cultivate meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety in all maintenance tasks.

* EAMS Proficiency: Gain proficiency in using Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAMS) and understanding technical documentation practices.

* Mechanical Comprehension: Learn to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and piping diagrams.

* Problem-Solving Skills: Develop basic problem-solving skills to effectively address maintenance-related challenges.

* Organizational Skills: Enhance organizational abilities, learning to balance multiple tasks simultaneously.

* Discretion and Sensitivity: Understand the importance of tactful discretion when handling difficult or sensitive information.

* Persuasive Communication: Learn to communicate effectively to establish rapport and understanding with both technical and non-technical audiences.

* Issue Resolution: Gain skills to resolve issues efficiently and effectively, identifying the appropriate level of detail and effort for assigned tasks.

* Software Proficiency: Acquire proficiency in basic software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, to support documentation and reporting tasks.

* Engineering Principles Knowledge: Build foundational knowledge of architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and industrial engineering principles, including relevant industry regulations (e.g., ISO, CE, UL, OSHA, ANSI)

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned