2027 Strategic Sourcing Intern

Cessna Aircraft Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship program

Hands-on project work

Job summary

Textron offers a 10-week, paid summer internship in Georgia focusing on strategic sourcing. You will engage in real procurement projects, learn vendor evaluation, and support cost-reduction initiatives while gaining exposure to supplier management.

Education in progress in supply chain or related field is required, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP preferred. Mentorship and hands-on project work are key parts of the experience.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to manage global base.

Responsibilities

• Participate in sourcing activities related to new product launches and current product changes.
• Assist with selecting and managing suppliers.
• Perform make vs. buy analysis to determine optimum supply chain.
• Support supplier transition processes to move work between suppliers or in-house to external providers.
• Support Materials and Quality teams to address supplier delivery and quality issues.
• Coordinate RFQ (Request for Quote) packages with the supply base.
• Contribute to supplier rationalization efforts.
• Assist in identifying and implementing cost reductions as part of VA/VE efforts.
• Assist Accounts Payable as needed to ensure suppliers are paid on time.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description - 2027 Strategic Sourcing Intern (343289)

2027 Strategic Sourcing Intern (

Job Number:

343289 )

Why This Internship

As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways - working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

About Textron

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions.

Responsibilities

Participate in sourcing activities related to new product launches and current product changes.

Assist with selecting and managing suppliers.

Perform make vs. buy analysis to determine optimum supply chain.

Support supplier transition process to move work from one supplier to another or from in-house factory to external supplier.

Support Materials and Quality teams to address supplier delivery and quality issues.

Coordinate RFQ (Request for Quote) packages with supply base.

Contribute to supplier rationalization efforts.

Assist with efforts to identify and implement cost reductions as part of VA/VE team.

Assist Accounts Payable as needed to ensure suppliers are paid on time.

Why You’ll Love Interning at Textron

This internship is more than a summer experience — offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands-on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals.

Our benefits include:

Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend

Mentorship, training, and development opportunities

Real project work and hands-on experience

Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment

Alternative work schedules at select locations

Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

• Education: Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or related field required
• Software Knowledge: Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to manage global base

• Education: Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business or related field required
• Software Knowledge: Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to manage global base

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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