Procurement Transformation - Summer 2027 - Franklin, TN

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA); Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan in Franklin, TN is seeking a Procurement Transformation Intern to join the team. You will prototype AI-enabled workflows, analyze procurement data, and develop dashboards to inform sourcing decisions.

As an intern you will work with Python, Power BI, SQL, APIs, and low-code tools, collaborating across Procurement, Technology, Legal, and Compliance to drive digital transformation and governance. This hands-on role requires onsite work in Franklin, TN.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Master's degree program in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong problem-solving, written communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience creating documentation, training materials, or supporting user adoption activities.
• Foundational experience with Python and data analysis techniques.
• Exposure to SQL, APIs, data querying, data preparation, visualization tools, or libraries such as pandas.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and validate results independently.
• Interest in procurement, sourcing, digital transformation, process improvement, automation, and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Prototype digital workflows and AI-enabled solutions for automation and data insights.
• Support testing, governance reviews, and deployment readiness activities for automation solutions.
• Clean, organize, query, and analyze procurement data using Python, Excel, SQL, APIs, and Power BI.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations for procurement stakeholders.
• Create, test, and optimize prompts and AI-assisted workflows for sourcing and analytics.
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, traceability, and human-review requirements.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Technology, Legal, Compliance, and stakeholders on transformation initiatives.

Skills

Python

Data analysis

Power BI

SQL

APIs

Excel

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Data Science

Master's degree in Information Systems

Master's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Business Analytics

Tools

Power BI

Power Automate

Excel

SQL

APIs

Job description

Location(s): Franklin, TN Job Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program Degree Level: Master's Level Students Preferred Degree: Data Science, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field Sponsorship: Not Available

Shape the Future of Mobility at Nissan: Launch Your Career, Drive Innovation We are currently looking for a Procurement Transformation Intern to join our team in Franklin, TN. Join the Nissan Americas Indirect Procurement and Procurement Transformation team as we modernize how Nissan sources the goods and services that support the business. Our team combines strategic sourcing and category management with digital procurement, analytics, automation, process improvement, training, and governance to drive operational excellence. As an intern, you will work on real business challenges where AI, data, and digital tools can improve sourcing insights, reduce manual work, simplify workflows, and enhance the employee experience. This opportunity provides hands-on experience with procurement analytics, automation, AI-enabled solutions, low-code development, and cross-functional collaboration. It is ideal for a technology-oriented graduate student who enjoys solving business problems through data, digital tools, and innovation.

A Day in the Life:

• Prototype digital workflows and AI-enabled solutions using Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Automate, and other approved technologies.
• Support testing, documentation, governance reviews, and deployment readiness activities for automation solutions.
• Clean, organize, query, and analyze procurement, supplier, sourcing, process, and adoption data using tools such as Python, Excel, SQL, APIs, and Power BI.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations that provide actionable insights to procurement stakeholders.
• Create, test, and optimize prompts, reusable instructions, and AI-assisted workflows for sourcing, supplier management, contract management, analytics, and procurement knowledge use cases.
• Evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, consistency, traceability, limitations, and appropriate human-review requirements.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Technology, Legal, Compliance, and business stakeholders to support transformation initiatives.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Required: Must be currently enrolled in a Master's degree program in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, Business Analytics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong problem-solving, written communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience creating documentation, training materials, or supporting user adoption activities.
• Foundational experience with Python and data analysis techniques.
• Exposure to SQL, APIs, data querying, data preparation, visualization tools, or libraries such as pandas.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and validate results independently.
• Experience or strong interest in Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI, or similar AI and workflow automation platforms.
• Familiarity with generative AI solutions and prompt engineering concepts.
• Understanding of how to develop structured prompts, evaluate model responses, identify unsupported outputs, and refine instructions.
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to translate business needs into practical AI, analytics, and automation solutions.
• Interest in procurement, sourcing, digital transformation, process improvement, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.).
• Ability to perform work onsite at Franklin, TN.

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

• Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen relationships and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, fostering a culture of belonging.
• Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan's rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms, certifications, and leadership development programs.
• Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.
• It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.
• Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base. Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.

We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business.

We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future.

Franklin Tennessee United States of America Nissan is more than a car company. We are an innovation company. We take the most innovative thinking in the industry and combine it with performance, value, efficiency, safety and style. The result: Cars that thrill you every time you get behind the wheel. With over 150 million vehicles produced globally, Nissan continues with the goal to enrich the lives of our employees and customers alike.