Contracts & Supply Chain Internship: Paid, Flexible Hours

STR; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Free housing for interns at our MAsite

Flexible working hours

Fun summer activities

Job summary

STR invites ambitious students to join its Contracts & Supply Chain Summer Internship in Massachusetts. You will gain hands-on experience supporting procurement activities, supplier management, and contract administration while learning FAR/DFARS basics and AI-enabled tools to drive efficiency.

Mentorship from experienced professionals, exposure to various STR technology domains, and a pathway to full-time opportunities after graduation await the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Liberal Arts, Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or a related field.
• Must be a U.S. citizen due to the nature of STR’s work and applicable U.S. export regulations.
• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, take initiative, and contribute to organizational success.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build respectful, collaborative relationships with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize tasks and prioritize assignments.
• Effective time management skills and punctuality.
• Critical thinking, problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and prioritize under pressure.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Work with different types of contract vehicles and suppliers’ agreements.
• Gain exposure to different STR technology areas and mission/system applications.
• Support supplier source selection, subcontract/purchase order placement, cost/price analysis, record keeping, negotiations, documentation preparation, subcontract/purchase order maintenance, and supplier management.
• Assist in the preparation of Requests for Proposal/Quotes, analysis and evaluation of proposals, negotiation of subcontract provisions, and 'cradle to grave' subcontract/purchase order administration.
• Gain an understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARS) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).
• Gain insight into execution risk management.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Finance, Engineering, Operations, senior management, and customer counterparts to support program and business objectives.
• Identify and drive process improvements within the function to enhance efficiency, compliance, and business outcomes.
• Learn to utilize business systems and tools including purchasing and ERP systems.
• Learn to use AI-enabled tools and a strong willingness to learn and apply AI to drive efficiency and improve quality and effectiveness in Contracts and Supply Chain processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Prioritization

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Pursuing bachelor's degree

Job description

STR invites ambitious students to join its Contracts & Supply Chain Summer Internship in Massachusetts. You will gain hands-on experience supporting procurement activities, supplier management, and contract administration while learning FAR/DFARS basics and AI-enabled tools to drive efficiency.

Mentorship from experienced professionals, exposure to various STR technology domains, and a pathway to full-time opportunities after graduation await the right candidate.