Global Supply Chain Intern: Build Next-Gen ESS

Peak Energy; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Peak Energy offers a Global Supply Chain Management Intern position within the ESS SCM team, providing hands-on exposure to building a supply chain from the ground up for a sodium‑ion battery program.

You will assist in sourcing, supplier onboarding, and material readiness tracking, while collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to enable on-time CTB status and successful NPI builds.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in a related field.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities; proficient in Excel or data analysis tools.
• Interest in clean tech, energy storage, and domestic manufacturing policy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Prior internship or project experience in supply chain, operations, or procurement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and execution of supply chain strategies for ESS components.
• Conduct supplier research and draft RFIs/RFQs for critical components.
• Support supplier onboarding, including vetting, qualification, and data management.
• Support NPI builds by tracking material readiness and CTB status.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to support NPI & Pilot builds.
• Assist with logistics planning and cost optimization for international and domestic shipments.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Self-starter

Supply chain internship

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Supply Chain Management/Industrial Engineering/Business

Job description

Peak Energy offers a Global Supply Chain Management Intern position within the ESS SCM team, providing hands-on exposure to building a supply chain from the ground up for a sodium‑ion battery program.

You will assist in sourcing, supplier onboarding, and material readiness tracking, while collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to enable on-time CTB status and successful NPI builds.