Global Operations Intern (Winter/Spring 2027)
Core
Support supply chain risk assessments, supplier sourcing, qualification, and negotiation to ensure material pipeline flow and optimize for cost, quality, and resilience.
Role type
Global Sourcing Intern
Builds
Material pipeline for 3D printing products
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Required skills
supplier sourcing, supplier qualification, supplier negotiation, market analysis, purchase order management, supplier communication, risk assessment, contingency planning, project management
Preferred skills
manufacturing experience, procurement experience, injection molding knowledge, machining knowledge, sheet metal stamping knowledge, SMT knowledge, Microsoft Excel proficiency, product development experience, part inspection knowledge
Technologies
Microsoft Excel
Responsibilities
Work directly with current and potential suppliers to keep material pipeline flowing; Support supply chain risk assessments and contingency planning; Develop strategies to optimize suppliers for cost, quality, and supply resilience; Conduct market analysis to provide sourcing insights; Support managing purchase orders, invoices, and supplier communications; Collaborate with engineering teams and manufacturers for timely development builds and mass production transition.