Global Supply Chain Intern — Energy Storage & NPI

peakenergy.com; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Energy invites a Global Supply Chain Management Intern to help shape the ESS supplier network and material planning for a next‑generation sodium‑ion product. You will engage with sourcing, logistics, and NPI activities while learning from senior leaders in a fast‑growing startup environment.

You will gain hands‑on experience in supplier engagement, build plans, and CTB readiness, contributing to a domestic clean‑tech manufacturing initiative and the energy transition.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; proficient in Excel and/or data analysis tools
• Interest in clean tech, energy storage, and/or domestic manufacturing policy
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Self‑starter with a willingness to dive into ambiguity and solve problems
• Prior internship or project experience in supply chain, operations, or procurement is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of supply chain strategies for ESS components
• Conduct supplier research and help draft RFIs/RFQs for critical components
• Support supplier onboarding, including vetting, qualification, and data management
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) builds by tracking material readiness, managing build plans, and ensuring on‑time Clear to Build (CTB) status
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations teams 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

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Internship experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

RFIs/RFQs drafting

Vendor onboarding systems

Job description

Peak Energy invites a Global Supply Chain Management Intern to help shape the ESS supplier network and material planning for a next‑generation sodium‑ion product. You will engage with sourcing, logistics, and NPI activities while learning from senior leaders in a fast‑growing startup environment.

You will gain hands‑on experience in supplier engagement, build plans, and CTB readiness, contributing to a domestic clean‑tech manufacturing initiative and the energy transition.