Critical Minerals Sourcing Intern – Mobility Innovation

alliance; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan is seeking a Purchasing Critical Minerals Intern to join our team. This 12-week internship focuses on researching sourcing strategies for critical minerals and supporting strategic sourcing decisions within our electrification supply chain.

You'll analyze global supply chains for rare earth metals, engage with potential suppliers, track initiatives, and develop presentations with actionable recommendations for sourcing teams. Onsite work in Franklin, TN is required.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Supply Chain Management, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Students entering their Junior, Senior, or Master's program at the start of the upcoming academic term.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to synthesize large amounts of information and identify key insights, trends, and recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to summarize complex technical or business topics into clear, concise presentations and reports.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
• Ability to perform work onsite at Franklin, TN.

Responsibilities

• Research rare earth metals, magnets, and their role within Nissan's electrification supply chain.
• Analyze global rare earth supply chains and evaluate market trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Identify, research, and engage with potential suppliers that support critical mineral sourcing strategies.
• Track and report on sourcing initiatives, cost reduction activities, process improvements, and key program objectives.
• Develop presentations and recommendations to support strategic sourcing decisions and business planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Problem solving

Translating insights

Education

Supply Chain Management

Chemical Engineering

Materials Science

Related field

Job description

Nissan is seeking a Purchasing Critical Minerals Intern to join our team. This 12-week internship focuses on researching sourcing strategies for critical minerals and supporting strategic sourcing decisions within our electrification supply chain.

You'll analyze global supply chains for rare earth metals, engage with potential suppliers, track initiatives, and develop presentations with actionable recommendations for sourcing teams. Onsite work in Franklin, TN is required.