MIT Supply Chain Management Program

08/28/2026

Which companies are hiring the most MIT Supply Chain Management graduates?

Companies like Amazon, Walmart, Wayfair, GE Vernova, and many more, return to hire our graduating students year after year. MIT SCM graduates stand out not only for their technical depth, but also for their maturity, leadership readiness, and their ability to deliver immediate results.

We are proud to support our graduates in their career journeys and equally proud of the value they create for the companies that hire them. Learn more about corporate engagement and recruiting opportunities for the MIT SCM Master's Program: https://scm.mit.edu/corporate-engagement/

08/20/2026

Did you know that MIT SCM is part of a global network of leading supply chain research and education centers?

In the latest episode of the MIT Supply Chain Frontiers podcast, Maria Jesus Saenz, Executive Director of the MIT SCM Master's program, reflects on the many benefits and unique opportunities that the MIT Global SCALE Network provides to SCM students and alumni.

🎧 Listen to the full episode: ctl.mit.edu/podcasts/building-global-supply-chain-leaders-inside-mit-global-scale-network

08/19/2026

A warm welcome to the MIT Supply Chain Management Class of 2027!

Our residential cohort has officially arrived on campus, ready for an immersive and unforgettable start to the semester. From introductions to the faculty and staff at the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics and conquering the iconic MIT Beer Game, to bonding through team-building challenges and climbing to the top of the alpine tower on Cathleen Stone Island, this cohort's adventure has just begun. We can’t wait to see the connections, ideas, and impact this talented group will bring to the MIT SCM community. Here’s to an incredible year ahead!

08/10/2026

Timothy Leung '26 came to the MIT SCM program seeking a broader understanding of transportation in global supply chains. He got a truly triphibian perspective across land, sea, and air.

Read Timothy's story of solving overland trucking challenges, sailing through the Panama Canal, and exploring airport geometry: https://scm.mit.edu/blog/my-triphibian-journey-navigating-mit-scm-through-land-sea-and-air/


Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics | MIT School of Engineering

08/04/2026

Grad school advice nobody tells you: You don't actually have to do everything.

MIT SCM alum Won Suh K. ’26 writes about the hardest skill to master in grad school: choosing what not to do (including making a competitive team roster and immediately skipping practice). 👻

"The program hands you a menu with everything on it. What matters is knowing your own appetite."

The key takeaway? Learning what not to do is just as crucial as grinding through problem sets.

Read Won’s advice on navigating FOMO, prioritizing what matters, and owning your choices 👉 https://scm.mit.edu/blog/selective-attention/



Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics | MIT School of Engineering

07/27/2026

Congratulations to MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics Executive Director Dr. Chris Caplice on this extremely well deserved recognition.

MIT CTL just made School of Engineering history: Dr. Chris Caplice is the first member of our community to receive the MIT School of Engineering Distinguished Educator Award. 👏 👏 👏

One of MIT's School of Engineering’s highest honors, this award recognizes exceptional dedication, innovation, and inspiration in education, and it’s a powerful reflection of Chris’ extraordinary impact at MIT and beyond.

From pioneering our blended master’s pathways to shaping global supply chain education for more than 1.3 million learners in 180+ countries through the MITx MicroMasters® Program in Supply Chain Management, Chris has helped define what educational excellence and reach look like at MIT CTL.

Join us in celebrating Chris and thanking him for his vision, leadership, and lasting impact on MIT CTL, MIT, and the broader field of supply chain management. 🙌 🎊



Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

07/21/2026

Thinking about grad school, but wondering if it's the right time to make the leap? 💭

After 17 years as a global sourcing leader in the oil and gas industry, Pooja Kashyap '26 decided to step away from the familiar and embrace the unknown at MIT.

In our latest SCM Student Voices blog, Pooja reflects on returning to academia, navigating complexity, applying supply chain principles to new industries like food production, and balancing student life in Cambridge alongside her daughters.

Read the blog post here! ➡️ https://scm.mit.edu/blog/running-toward-what-feels-difficult/

💬 Let's keep the discussion going in the comments: what's the biggest educational risk you've ever taken and what lesson(s) did you learn form it?



Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics | MIT School of Engineering

07/16/2026

Put MIT’s top supply chain talent to work on your toughest business challenges. 📈

Every year, leading companies partner with the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics to sponsor capstone projects. As a sponsor, you get a dedicated team of elite master’s students, backed by world-class MIT faculty and researchers, focused entirely on solving a real-world problem or exploring a strategic opportunity for your organization.

Why sponsor an MIT CTL capstone?
✅ Actionable Insights: Receive data-driven, innovative solutions to your supply chain bottlenecks.
✅ Top-Tier Recruitment: Work side-by-side with exceptional students and evaluate them for future leadership roles.
✅ Cutting-Edge Research: Leverage advanced methodology and fresh perspectives to drive your business forward.

Don't miss the chance to collaborate with the bright minds shaping the future of supply chain management. 👉 Learn how to become a sponsor today: https://ctl.mit.edu/capstone-sponsorship



Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

07/14/2026

If you've been considering grad school, you’ve probably run the mental math a hundred times trying to find the "perfect" time to apply.

But as MIT SCM alum Lydia Whipple ('25) writes in our latest blog post, "the right time does not exist. Not to discourage you, but to free you."

From tearing her ACL just two months into the program, to watching classmates navigate long-distance relationships, family milestones, and major life changes, Lydia shares why life doesn't pause for your academic timeline.

If you’re waiting for the "perfect" moment to apply to grad school, Lydia’s advice is simple: stop waiting. Waiting until conditions are ideal only means missing out on the opportunities right in front of you.

👉 Click the link to read Lydia's full blog post: https://scm.mit.edu/blog/the-perfect-time-to-go-to-grad-school-will-never-be-perfect/



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