Description
Synaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As the go-to partner for the world's most forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra AI-Native embedded compute, Veros wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We're making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.
Overview
The Intern, Planning/Supply Chain will support demand planning, supply planning, and operational analytics activities. The intern will gain practical experience in semiconductor supply chain management, including wafer starts, OSAT coordination, inventory tracking, and demand forecasting for Wireless and IoT products.
Responsibilities & Competencies
Job Duties
- Demand & Supply Planning Support
- Assist in weekly demand forecast consolidation
- Support supply planning analysis (wafer starts, WIP, finished goods)
- Help maintain planning models and inventory tracking files
- Perform data reconciliation between ERP and planning spreadsheets
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Generate weekly KPI dashboards (Inventory Turns, DOS, OTIF)
- Analyze backlog vs. supply gaps
- Support build plan simulations and what-if scenarios
- Conduct data cleanup and master data validation
- Cross-Functional Coordination
- Support communication with Foundry partners (wafer supply status), OSAT partners (assembly & test output tracking), and Sales / Business Units (forecast updates)
- Assist in preparation of materials for S&OP meetings
- Process Improvement
- Identify manual tasks suitable for automation
- Improve reporting templates
- Document planning processes and SOP updates
Competencies
- Well organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate
- Self-motivated and aptitude to learn quickly
- Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong sense of professionalism
Qualifications (Requirements)
- Candidates should be seeking a Bachelor's or Advanced degree in any discipline or a related field or equivalent
- Working knowledge of MS Office
- Strong communication skills, fluent in English
- Able to work independently at times and dedicate a minimum of 20 hours/week
- Must be legally authorized to work in Taiwan without restriction
- Must be willing to submit to a background investigation, including verification of your employment and criminal history
- Must be 18 years of age or older
Belief in Diversity
Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. 
