Impactful Procurement Internship - Summer 2027

CenterPoint Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits eligibility begins on your第一

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy is offering an internship in its Procurement Organization in Houston. You will learn hands-on about our business and the utility industry while supporting Source-to-Pay activities under the supervision of the Procurement Manager.

The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and data analysis, with exposure to SAP, supplier interactions, bid events, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver value for the organization this summer.

Qualifications

• Currently a Junior attaining Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years education towards one of the following majors: Supply Chain, Finance, Materials Management, Project Management, Business, Logistics, or other related fields.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including strong Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform SAP transactions and other duties as required by CNP Procurement personnel.
• Assist in the procurement of standard materials and services from suppliers at the lowest cost, with consideration to quality, reliability, and other business requirements.
• Execute RFX activities in conjunction with ongoing bid events.
• Extract, sort, format, interpret and communicate out various data analyses.
• Collaborate with the other Summer Intern(s) on a group project that creates a positive impact on the Procurement organization and ultimately CenterPoint Energy.
• Develop a working knowledge of associated procurement systems and processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress (Junior) in Supply Chain, Finance, Materials Management, Project Management, Business, Logistics

Tools

SAP

Job description

CenterPoint Energy is offering an internship in its Procurement Organization in Houston. You will learn hands-on about our business and the utility industry while supporting Source-to-Pay activities under the supervision of the Procurement Manager.

The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and data analysis, with exposure to SAP, supplier interactions, bid events, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver value for the organization this summer.