Purchases Internship

Procter & Gamble; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Competitive salary and benefits

Paid internship (12 weeks)

Job summary

Procter & Gamble in Cincinnati is offering a 12-week paid Purchasing internship. You will explore sourcing strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and help optimize product flows that support our consumer products.

From day one you will gain mentorship, work on meaningful projects, and interact with multiple internal functions across the Purchases group. Available May–August 2026, with a competitive hourly pay and broad learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Information Technologies, Marketing, Sales, Construction Management, and Mechanical Engineering or other equivalent.
• Available to work a 12-week internship from May to August in the summer of 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sourcing strategies and negotiations with suppliers to support infrastructure, employees, and marketing.
• Help optimize product flows and supplier relationships to deliver shareholder value and growth.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Information Technologies, Marketing, Sales, Construction Management, and Mechanical Engineering or other equivalent

Job description

Job Location CINCINNATI GENERAL OFFICES

Job Description

Have you ever thought about the sophisticated supply chains that are needed to deliver consumer products to the store shelves for our consumers? And how do companies negotiate services contracts needed to support the infrastructure, employees, and marketing? At P&G our Purchases group develops the sourcing strategy and optimizes operations of all raw materials, packaging and services needed by the company to produce the best consumer products in the world! P&G is the largest consumer packaged goods company in the world. We believe excellent ideas emerge from the creative connections that happen between our hardworking employees, and we encourage diverse, multi-functional teams to work together to generate new ideas to address challenges we face. P&G has positions available at various technical centers and plants (including Cincinnati) across the United States. Purchasing internships are 12-week paid engagements. We believe that this provides the right opportunity for building a strong foundation for future growth potential.

Meaningful work from day one. As a purchasing intern you will own decisions on how to source and/or handle the product flows which are the backbone of our company. We have managers that focus on various industries and business needs, ranging from Advertising agencies, to IT services, to Packaging and Construction. Developing strategies for sourcing that would increase our innovation pipeline, drive costs down, and influence industries to recreate themselves. Negotiating the right deals, with the right suppliers, for the right reasons. Working with supplier to optimize inventory levels, order quantities and logistics. Shifting supplier relationships and industries to be a Force for Good and Growth by incorporating Sustainability into your work. As you fulfill your key projects, you will grow to handle different spend areas, increase your responsibilities in terms of both expenditure and people management, and become responsible for some of P&G’s biggest and most important suppliers and drive exciting innovation to generate business value. You will communicate with & closely partner with different internal functions daily. You will find variety and excitement starting Day 1. Your goal will be to link the most appropriate supplier capabilities with needs to deliver the best shareholder return for the company. We believe that this provides the right role and opportunity for building a strong foundation for continued growth.

Job Qualifications

Required Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Information Technologies, Marketing, Sales, Construction Management, and Mechanical Engineering or other equivalent.

Available to work a 12-week internship from May to August in the summer of 2026.

What we offer

From the first day of your internship you will feel the ownership of your project from the beginning, and you will be given specific projects and responsibilities.

• Continuous mentorship - you will work with involved people and receive both formal training as well as day-to-day mentoring from your manager.
• Work in a dynamic and encouraging environment - working over a diverse array of exciting problems.
• Promote agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.

Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant abilities, and level of confirmed experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits. Your recruiter may be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment.

We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Procter & Gamble participates in e-verify as required by law.

Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number

R000157905

Job Segmentation

Internships

Starting Pay / Salary Range

$29.00 - $50.00 / hour

P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.