Indirect Procurement Intern: Data-Driven Cost Optimization

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is offering an Indirect Procurement Intern on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks starting early 2027. You will support the Supply Chain Team with market analysis and identifying actionable solutions to optimize costs while maintaining service quality.

You will work with mentors, attend 1:1s, and participate in engineering and industry discussions. The role is paid hourly with potential relocation stipend; GPA and coursework requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor's, master's or doctorate program in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations Management, or relevant field with at least one semester remaining post internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Support the Supply Chain Team with market analysis and identifying actionable cost optimization solutions.
• Work with mentors to apply engineering and industry concepts to real challenges.
• Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning.

Skills

Supply chain

Data analysis

Excel

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate program in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Power BI

Infor LN

Python

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is offering an Indirect Procurement Intern on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks starting early 2027. You will support the Supply Chain Team with market analysis and identifying actionable solutions to optimize costs while maintaining service quality.

You will work with mentors, attend 1:1s, and participate in engineering and industry discussions. The role is paid hourly with potential relocation stipend; GPA and coursework requirements apply.