Material Controller Intern

Nebraska Public Power District; York (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401K plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Training opportunities and more

Job summary

Nebraska Public Power District is seeking a Material Handling Intern for the York Central Stores warehouse in York, NE. You will help pull, stock, and deliver materials for internal and external customers, ensuring inventory accuracy.

The internship runs May 2027–August 2027. Candidates must be enrolled in a four-year college with a major in business or supply chain management and maintain enrollment. Safety and teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited four-year college/university carrying a minimum of 12 credits with a major in business management or supply chain management and must maintain enrollment.
• Junior or senior status preferred.
• Knowledge of SAP transactions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction and maintenance material at York Central Stores warehouse with accuracy and safety.
• Pull, load, and unload material for resupply, work orders, requisitions, projects, and transfers; record outbound shipments in SAP.
• Schedule and coordinate material deliveries for internal and external customers; maintain inventory integrity.

Skills

Material handling

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Enrolled in accredited four-year college/university with major in business management or supply chain management

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Salary Range - $ -$
Location - York, NE York Operations Center
Employment Type: Internship
Posting Date: Tuesday October 27th, 2026
Closing Date: Monday November 30th, 2026

Are you hard-working and eager to make a meaningful impact in the ever-emerging energy industry? Come join us!

By joining the Nebraska Public Power District team, you’re becoming part of a close-knit community that embodies the values and traditions of the state. More than generating and delivering power, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. With safety at the helm, we have created a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth. Here, you’re not just an employee; you're a valued member of a family that respects and supports each other.

Our power grid has been consistently ranked one of the most reliable and resilient, but our reputation for excellence extends beyond our customer service to our employee satisfaction. Many of our team members have built lifelong careers here, advancing through the ranks thanks to our robust training programs and opportunities for professional development. With us, you’ll find a place where your efforts are recognized and rewarded, where you’re making a deep impact on the communities around you, and where you can truly power a career that you can be proud of.

This position is responsible for the physical handling of construction and maintenance material at the York Central Stores warehouse. It supports all warehouse operations, pulling material for resupply, issues, transfers, and replenishing material into designated storage locations. It requires accuracy and attention to detail to ensure the integrity of Central Stores warehouse inventory, as well as scheduling and coordinating the material deliveries for internal and external customers.

The duration of the internship will be May 2027 to August 2027, based on school calendar dates.

Education, Training and Experience

Students must be enrolled in an accredited four-year college/university carrying a minimum of 12 credits with a major in business management or supply chain management and must maintain enrollment. Junior or senior status is preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications

None

Work safely while following stores policies and work procedures. Maintain a working knowledge of the safety manual, construction standards, stock code catalog, and SAP transactions.

Work with Material Coordination Leaders/Inventory Controller. Establish and maintain an excellent working relationship with the District's Retail and Wholesale customers, both internal and external.

Pull, load, and unload material for resupply, work orders, requisitions, projects, and transfer requests. Package, label, and then record outbound shipments in Systems, Applications and Products in Data Processing (SAP).

Put away material received from work orders and transferred to Central Stores. Complete special assignments as requested by Coordinators.

Inspect materials for damage and file claims when necessary. Verify orders are complete, generate received reports, label material, and place in the proper storage location. Receive incoming materials delivered by carriers or NPPD trucks.

Deliver material to customer as requested. Conduct inventory cycle counts and spot counts. Maintain primary and secondary bin locations.

Clean bin locations, rotate/rearrange material, and relocate material when appropriate. Practice good housekeeping and report work areas that are unsafe or in need of housekeeping.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Salary Information - NPPD offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $20.00/hour

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including

• medical and dental insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• paid holidays
• paid vacation
• paid medical
• training opportunities and more.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

• 401(k) plan
• 457(b) plan
• pre-tax or Roth contributions
• generous matching contribution after first six months
• five-year vesting period
• retiree healthcare benefits
• life benefit paid to beneficiaries

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

• Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service.
• We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave.
• All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee.
• NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans.
• Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.