Business Intern, Distribution Project Development, Summer 2027

PPL Corporation; Allentown (Lehigh County); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

PPL Corporation offers a summer internship/coop in Allentown, PA, with a hybrid schedule and part-time hours during the school year and potential full-time hours in the summer. The role provides practical experience in purchasing goods, warehouse operations, inventory management, and data analytics within the Distribution Project Development team.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related degree.
• Maintaining full-time enrollment (at least 12 semester hours).
• Holding a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Eligible to work under USCIS regulations
• Able to provide official transcripts and other required information
• 18 years of age or older

Responsibilities

• Project forecasting and scheduling.
• Supporting the preparation and monitoring of sourcing plans and projects.
• Acting as a liaison between engineering units and Asset Management.
• Tracking contract formation and purchase-related tasks, including coordination with legal and insurance for signatures.
• Preparing bid documentation for processes and proposal evaluations.
• Communicating with vendors, obtaining price quotes, and requesting completion of forms.
• Developing and maintaining spreadsheets for metrics and processes.
• Identifying and providing process improvement opportunities throughout the workflow.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Education

Business Administration / Supply Chain / Industrial Engineering degree

Currently enrolled as full-time student

Job description

Company Summary Statement

As one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), is committed to creating long-term, sustainable value for our 3.5 million customers, our shareowners and the communities we serve. Our high-performing regulated utilities - PPL Electric Utilities, Louisville Gas and Electric, Kentucky Utilities and Rhode Island Energy - provide an outstanding experience for our customers, consistently ranking among the best utilities in the nation. PPL’s companies are also addressing challenges head-on by investing in new infrastructure and technology that is creating a smarter, more reliable and resilient energy grid. We are committed to doing our part to advance a cleaner energy future and drive innovation that enables us to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 while maintaining energy reliability and affordability for the customers and communities we serve. PPL is a positive force in the cities and towns where we do business, providing support for programs and organizations that empower the success of future generations by helping to build and maintain strong, diverse communities today.

Overview

A PPL Intern/Coop is a full-time college student, temporarily employed, who is enrolled in an accredited four-year institution. This program is designed to provide practical work experience in the student’s field of study, helping participants clarify their career interests. Eligible students must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree and maintain full-time enrollment.

The position is based in Allentown, PA and follows a hybrid work schedule. During the spring and fall semesters, interns work part-time (approximately 20-30 hours per week). Summer schedules may be either part-time or full-time (up to 40 hours per week). The company offers flexibility in arranging the part-time work hours (8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday through Friday) to accommodate the student’s class schedule.

Apart from daily responsibilities, students gain exposure to a corporate environment, acquiring practical skills and knowledge to complement classroom learning. Interns and cooperative associates at PPL have opportunities to:

• Interact with senior executives
• Join business resource groups
• Participate in community service projects
• Contribute to departmental goals

This intern supports the Distribution Project Development team and gains a comprehensive understanding of purchasing goods and services, warehouse operations, inventory management, and data analytics. Through hands-on experience, the intern develops familiarity with PPL policies and procedures while participating in field walkdowns to evaluate project viability, assist with project scheduling, and gain exposure to the overall project development process.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related degree.
• Maintaining full-time enrollment (at least 12 semester hours); students cannot continue as an intern/cooperative associate after graduation
• Holding a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Eligible to work under United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regulations
• Able to provide official transcripts and other required information
• 18 years of age or older

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership abilities

Responsibilities

• Project forecasting and scheduling
• Supporting the preparation and monitoring of sourcing plans and projects

• Acting as a liaison between engineering units and Asset Management
• Tracking contract formation and purchase-related tasks, including coordination with legal and insurance for signatures
• Preparing bid documentation for processes and proposal evaluations
• Communicating with vendors, obtaining price quotes, and requesting completion of forms
• Developing and maintaining spreadsheets for metrics and processes
• Identifying and providing process improvement opportunities throughout the workflow
• Performing other duties as assigned