2027 Global Supply Chain Specialist internship - VIRTUAL/REMOTE

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Virginia (MN); Remote; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Global Supply Chain is offering a 10-week internship as a remote opportunity within our corporate team. The role focuses on data compilation, supplier administration, and project work across areas like Supplier Quality and Compliance. You will learn ERP data handling, cost reduction strategies, and how to support cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates are full-time students with a 3.0 GPA or higher, pursuing related degrees, and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Be a student enrolled full-time pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2027.
• Have an overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher.
• Majoring in or having majored in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Data Analytics, Business Management or related field.
• Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Have U.S. citizenship

Responsibilities

• Compile, cleanse, and normalize data from ERP systems for indirect purchases.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to confirm specifications and requirements.
• Support cost reduction, process improvement, and risk mitigation in supplier selections and negotiations.
• Learn and follow company procedures and basic import/export and compliance guidelines.
• Complete a defined internship project and present results to Global Supply Chain leadership.

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

An internship at Northrop Grumman is unique. Sure, you’ll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. But you’ll gain something even more valuable: pride in what you’ve done. Join us and launch your career.

Northrop Grumman Global Supply Chain is seeking Global Supply Chain Specialists for an internship opportunity. This position will be full-time for 10 weeks as a remote position within our corporate team. As a Global Supply Chain Specialist, you will be responsible and accountable for supporting GSC statement of work within areas such as Supplier Administration, Supplier Quality, or Compliance.

As an intern, you’ll participate in a summer internship program to develop competencies in a variety of specializations that may include:

Roles and Responsibilities

• Compile, cleanse, and normalize data from various ERP systems including purchase orders, subcontracts, corporate agreements, and finance systems for indirect purchases.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to confirm that specifications and requirements for products and services are clear and accurate.
• Support efforts to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and risk mitigation in supplier selections and negotiations.
• Learn and follow applicable company procedures and public law requirements, including basic awareness of import/export and compliance guidelines.
• Complete a defined end of internship project and present results and recommendations to Global Supply Chain leadership at the conclusion of the program.
• May be assigned to a specific functional team within Global Supply Chain (e.g., Technology & Data, Compliance, Supplier Performance & Relationship Management, or Small Business Supplier Management). Will support assigned team’s day-to-day activities and projects.
• Collaborate with other interns and cross-functional partners on team projects or improvement initiatives as assigned. The selected candidate will work in a dynamic people-focused environment where he/she will interact with users, customers and other developers.

Basic Qualifications

• Be a student who is enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2027.
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher
• Be majoring in or having majored in degree such as Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Data Analytics, Business Management or related field.
• Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Have U.S. citizenship

Preferred Qualifications

• Write clear emails and speak professionally with supervisors, team members, and suppliers
• Track multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and break large projects into smaller steps.
• Be detailed oriented and self-starter in a remote environment
• Adjust quickly to changing priorities, accept constructive feedback, and learn from mistakes.
• Able to collaborate with cross functional groups and build positive workplace relationships
• Exposure to Enterprise Resource Planning systems such as SAP or Oracle to track inventory, orders, and general ledger flows. Familiarity with SAP, CAGE, SAM.GOV systems
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools like Power BI or Tableau, and basic SQL for pulling datasets.
• Familiarity with how to produce PO status and reporting and/or SharePoint administration

Intern Pay Range

• Bachelor’s: $23.50 to $28.75 per hour
• Master’s: $33.75 to $335.50 per hour

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.