Procurement (Operations) Intern

About the role

Analog Devices, a global semiconductor company, is offering a hands-on Procurement (Operations) internship in Beaverton. You will support sourcing, purchasing and supplier management activities that enable business operations, working alongside Procurement and Supply Chain professionals on purchasing processes, supplier coordination, data analysis and contract-related work. The company states that its goal is to develop interns so they are the first to be considered for full-time roles.

Key responsibilities

• Support procurement activities related to purchasing materials, equipment and services.
• Assist with supplier communication, sourcing projects and purchasing processes.
• Help analyse purchasing data, supplier performance and cost trends.
• Support contract administration, documentation and procurement records management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business and operational requirements.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives that improve procurement efficiency and effectiveness.

Required profile

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Finance or a related field.
• Experience through coursework, projects, internships or extracurricular activities in procurement, supply chain, data analysis or business operations.
• Familiarity with purchasing processes, supplier management or contract administration is a plus; experience with data analysis, reporting tools or enterprise systems is beneficial.

Required skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication, ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

The expected wage range for a new hire is $22 to $41, depending on location, experience, education and other factors. Positions requiring access to technical data may require export licensing review, which excludes US citizens, permanent residents and protected individuals. No travel is required.