Product Management & Supplier Development Intern

DigiKey Electronics; Thief River Falls (MN); On-site; USD 2,893,000 - 3,168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

DigiKey Electronics offers a Product Management and Supplier Development Intern role at our Thief River Falls, MN campus. You will work onsite in the Supplier Organization, supporting supplier engagement, portfolio optimization, and inventory strategy.

A capstone project provides hands-on exposure to supplier teams and DigiKey's market impact. The internship includes cross-functional collaboration, training in contract terms and compliance, and a route to learn merchandising quality through

Qualifications

• The candidate is a current student or recent graduate in an applicable field and shows strong interest in hands-on learning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with basic computer proficiency.
• Willingness to take initiative, work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrates a positive, collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Learn supplier relationship management and performance tracking.
• Analyze supplier data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities regarding product availability.
• Support communications and alignment with suppliers, including documentation updates and resource development.
• Gain exposure to contract terms, compliance, and inventory management impacting supplier performance.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to enhance supplier programs and DigiKey's core goals.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks and projects in the assigned department.
• Support team in regular duties and attend team meetings.
• Collaborate on projects and initiatives with team members.
• Conduct research and analysis as assigned.
• Maintain organized records of work and project files.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Independent work

Education

Currently a student or recent graduate in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Outlook

Job description

DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page.

Position Overview:

As a DigiKey Product Management and Supplier Development Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience within the Supplier Organization, supporting initiatives that strengthen supplier engagement, optimize our product portfolio and improve operational efficiencies. You will work alongside experienced team members in supplier development, product management, and inventory strategy. Throughout the internship, you will complete a capstone project that provides practical exposure to supplier team objectives. This role offers insight into how DigiKey collaborates with suppliers to ensure product availability, inventory health, and merchandising quality through global marketing and sales engagement. You will report directly to a Business Unit Manager and learn how supplier partnerships impact DigiKey's success in the global electronics marketplace. This internship is located in DigiKey's corporate headquarters in Thief River Falls, MN and will require regular onsite attendance. Local housing is provided for interns.

Responsibilities:

• Learn the end-to-end practice of supplier relationship management, and performance tracking.
• Assist in analyzing supplier data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in product availability.
• Support initiatives that improve communication and alignment between DigiKey and suppliers, including documentation updates and resource development.
• Gain exposure to contract terms, compliance requirements, and inventory management strategies that impact supplier performance.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that enhance supplier programs and contribute to DigiKey's core purpose of providing exceptional service and product selection.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks and projects in the assigned department
• Support the team in their regular duties
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to brainstorming sessions
• Collaborate with team members on various projects and initiatives
• Conduct research and analysis as assigned
• Maintain organized records of work and project files

Capstone Project Benefits:

• Gain practical experience in the assigned department
• Develop a deeper understanding of DigiKey and how it operates
• Improve business skills such communication, project management, data analysis, etc.

• Build a professional network within the industry

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• The best candidate for this position will be a current student or recent graduate with education in an applicable area of study and a strong interest in hands‑on learning experiences
• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills including average to above-average computer ability
• Willingness to take initiative, work independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrating a positive, collaborative approach is important in this role

Tools, Systems, and Software:

• Full Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams
• Outlook

Physical Requirements:

• Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse, and screen
• Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is determined based on a candidate's relevant experience and their most recently completed year of undergraduate education and/or the graduate program (Masters/PhD) they are pursuing.

• For undergraduate applicants, the base pay range is $21.00 to $23.00.
• For graduate applicants, the base pay rate is $26.00 for applicants pursuing a Masters degree and $29.00 for those pursuing a PhD.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.

DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or [e-mail].

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