Procurement Intern (Summer 2027)

Vertiv Corporation; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Vertiv Corporation in Columbus, OH is seeking a motivated Procurement Intern to gain hands-on experience in procurement and supplier management. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Logistics and plan to graduate in Dec 2027 or May 2028.

Local to Columbus/Westerville, this on-site internship offers exposure to policy adherence and strategic sourcing. The role emphasizes analytical thinking, strong communication, and a proactive, collaborative

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated work ethic and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and deliver high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Procurement department with daily activities and projects to support department goals.
• Track and report cost savings.
• Maintain adherence to procurement policies and procedures.
• Conduct supplier research and gather information on products, services, and pricing.
• Collaborate on cost-saving initiatives with category managers and analyze spend data.
• Prepare RFx documents and support supplier evaluations and negotiations.
• Contribute to category strategy refreshes with market intelligence.
• Identify inefficiencies in procurement workflows and suggest improvements or automation opportunities.
• Assist with procurement-related projects including supplier research and data analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Excellent communication

Fast learner

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain / Logistics

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Procurement team as a Procurement Intern. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in procurement processes and supplier management within a dynamic organization. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and eager to learn about procurement practices and strategies. A successful candidate will be local to Columbus, Ohio, and plan to graduate in December of 2027 or May 2028. We are looking for candidates majoring in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position will assist the Procurement department with their daily activities and projects to ensure achievement of department goals and objectives


• Track and report cost savings


• Maintain adherence to procurement policies and procedures


• Conduct research to identify potential suppliers/vendors and gather information on their products, services, and pricing


• Cost Reduction Planning: Collaborate with category managers to identify savings opportunities, analyze spend data, and support implementation of cost‑saving initiatives


• Sourcing Activities: Help prepare RFx documents, evaluate supplier proposals, and support negotiations under supervision


• Strategy Development: Contribute to category strategy refreshes by gathering market intelligence and benchmarking data


• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in procurement workflows and suggest automation or optimization opportunities


• Project Support: Assist with procurement‑related projects including supplier research, data analysis, and stakeholder coordination

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Demonstrated work ethic and detail-orientation


• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills


• Ability and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment and produce high‑quality work


• Collaboration and teamwork

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

N/A

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED: 10%

OFFICE LOCATION: Westerville, OH

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

• Safety.


• Integrity.


• Respect.


• Teamwork.


• Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus


• Operational Excellence


• High-Performance Culture


• Innovation


• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It


• Act With Urgency


• Foster a Customer-First Mindset


• Think Big and Execute


• Lead by Example


• Drive Continuous Improvement


• Learn and Seek Out Development


• Promote Transparent and Open Communication

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life‑changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].

About Us The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

• Safety.


• Integrity.


• Respect.


• Teamwork.


• Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High‑Performance Culture


• Customer Focus


• Operational Excellence


• Innovation


• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it


• Act with urgency


• Foster a customer‑first mindset


• Think big and execute


• Lead by example


• Drive continuous improvement


• Learn and seek out development


• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.