Procurement & Supply Chain Intern — Data Center Ops

QTS Data Centers; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Procurement and Supply Chain Intern to support purchase orders, supplier communications, data analysis and dashboard reporting. You will work with Operations, Finance and Logistics to improve procurement processes and achieve cost efficiencies.

This internship offers exposure to real-world lifecycle activities in data center operations. Preferred candidates are enrolled in a related degree program, proficient in Excel/Power BI/Tableau, with strong communication

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Finance, STEM, Data Science, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint for presentations and Excel for data analysis and budgeting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and processing purchase orders and tracking order status through completion.
• Support vendor and supplier communications regarding pricing, lead times, delivery schedules, and documentation requirements.
• Analyze procurement and inventory data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and supply chain risks.
• Maintain and update supplier records, contracts, procurement files, and purchasing databases.
• Help monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning to ensure material availability.
• Participate in supplier performance reviews by tracking quality, delivery, and service metrics.
• Assist with invoice reconciliation and resolution of purchasing discrepancies between suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and Logistics teams to support purchasing and supply chain initiatives.
• Develop reports and dashboards that provide visibility into purchasing activity, spend, inventory, and vendor performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects focused on procurement efficiency, cost management, and process standardization.

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Finance, STEM, Data Science, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Procurement and Supply Chain Intern to support purchase orders, supplier communications, data analysis and dashboard reporting. You will work with Operations, Finance and Logistics to improve procurement processes and achieve cost efficiencies.

This internship offers exposure to real-world lifecycle activities in data center operations. Preferred candidates are enrolled in a related degree program, proficient in Excel/Power BI/Tableau, with strong communication