Procurement Intern - Summer 2027

Job Description This position is a hybrid role in the Chicagoland area. Position Type & Timing This is a full-time internship opportunity during the summer before Junior Year of college. Candidates currently enrolled in a procurement or supply chain undergraduate degree program are highly preferred.

Overview The Procurement Intern position is a versatile supportive role within the Global Procurement organization. This opportunity provides exposure to the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, giving the candidate hands-on experience in strategic sourcing, supplier operations, process optimization, and cross-functional team collaboration. Responsibilities: Support day-to-day operations and key initiatives across various procurement teams and categories.

Assist with supplier communications, information gathering, and initial performance reviews using standard procurement tools and AI Support strategic sourcing projects, including research, documentation, and coordination for RFPs or vendor evaluations Help track, organize, and maintain procurement data, contracts, and supplier records within enterprise systems Ability to support supplier relationship management (SRM) and build trust with internal business units Collaborate with Category Managers, Procurement Directors, and internal cross-functional teams (e.g., Legal, Operations, Finance) on special projects Participate in departmental planning sessions, process improvement efforts, and sustainability/CSR initiatives Prepare presentations, summaries, and status updates for procurement leadership Other responsibilities as needed to support business requirements