Position Overview
Based in Lisle, Illinois, International® creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses, as well as develop Fleetrite aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve.
With Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, we are a part of the TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. By tapping into each of our unique capabilities and scaling solutions across the group, we aim to transform the transportation industry together.
Join Us as a Procurement/Supply Chain Intern!
Interns are carefully selected for one of the following Functional Areas:
- Direct Material Procurement (Cabin, Chassis, Powertrain, or Aftersales)
- General Purchasing Services / Goods
- Purchasing Program Management
- Supply Chain Risk Management
- Procurement Processes & Systems
🔹 Duration: Summer 2027 (12 weeks) 🔹 Location: Lisle, IL
Why International?
- Real-world experience: Lead projects that impact the transportation industry.
- Mentorship: Gain insights from experts in the field.
- Networking: Connect with professionals and fellow interns.
- Professional growth: Develop skills that will set you apart in your career.
- Fun and inclusive culture: Engage in team-building and social events.
Responsibilities
Potential projects could include:
- Vendor Consolidation Strategy and Tail Spend Analysis
- Establish process for Supplier Capacity/Lead time documentation
- Assist with data mining information to formulate Category Strategies– i.e.: Liaison with the Engineering teams to get technical details for the strategy
- Assisting in CSA negotiation and execution
- Optimization of Aftermarket processes and part number rationalization
- Creation and maintenance of Procurement dashboards and systems
- Use Ai to drive digital optimization within the organization
Minimum Requirements
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
OR
- For Legal Jobs: Pursuing a Juris Doctor degree or Doctor of Law degree (J.D.)
Additional Requirements
- Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B or F-1 status)
Desired Skills
- At least Sophomore standing for undergrad at the time of application
- Able to work at least 12 weeks (starting the end of May or early June through August)
- Previous applicable internships
- Self-starter
- High level of computer skills (Microsoft Applications and Internet)
- Excellent communication skills
- Interested in transportation/automotive industry
- Excellent time management skills
- Detail Oriented
- Team Player – willing to work with others inside and outside your department
