Summer 2027 Intern - Supply Chain (Procurement)

Assistance Technique Internationale; Natrona Heights (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Assistance Technique Internationale is seeking a Supply Chain Intern for Summer 2027 at our Natrona Heights location. You will support procurement activities, supplier management, inventory, sourcing, and related analytics in an industrial setting.

You will collaborate with Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, and Finance to help meet cost, quality, and delivery goals while developing professional skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 4-year college pursuing a bachelor’s degree in SCM, Business Admin, Operations, or related field.
• Coursework in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or data analytics preferred.
• Strong analytical, organization, and problem-solving abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchasing materials and services for manufacturing operations.
• Support purchase requisitions, orders, and supplier communications.
• Help analyze data, spending trends, and supplier performance for cost savings.
• Contribute to inventory analysis and material availability improvements.
• Support supplier research, bidding, and procurement processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Proven to Perform.

From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.

Proven to Perform.

From the edges of space to the bottoms of ocean, our materials are proven to perform -- and so is our team. We're hiring high performers as proven as our products. Join us.

Position Summary

ATI is looking for a Supply Chain Intern for Summer 2027 for our Procurement department located at our Natrona Heights Operations. The successful candidate will gain hands‑on experience supporting purchasing, supplier management, inventory, sourcing, and other supply chain activities within an industrial/manufacturing environment. This internship provides an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world business situations while developing analytical, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

The successful candidate will work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Finance, and other departments to support material and service requirements while contributing to cost, quality, delivery, and operational objectives.

Potential Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with purchasing materials, supplies, equipment, and services required to support business and manufacturing operations.
• Support the preparation and processing of purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Assist with obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations, proposals, pricing, lead times, and commercial terms.
• Conduct supplier and market research to identify potential sourcing opportunities.
• Support supplier performance monitoring, including cost, quality, delivery, and service metrics.
• Assist with analyzing purchasing data, spending trends, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, pricing, and other purchasing requirements.
• Work with internal departments to help resolve material availability, delivery invoicing, and supplier‑related issues.
• Assist with inventory analysis and activities designed to improve material availability and inventory levels.
• Support competitive bidding and sourcing activities.
• Assist with maintaining accurate supplier, purchasing, and material information within procurement and ERP systems.
• Participate in cost‑reduction, supplier consolidation, process improvement, and other supply chain initiatives.
• Help prepare reports, presentations, and analyses related to procurement and supply chain performance.
• Support contract and supplier documentation activities as needed.
• Perform other supply chain, procurement, and business‑related projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently attending accredited 4-year college pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, work, or academic experience involving purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, or data analysis.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Coursework in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, operations, or business analytics.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers and cross-functional internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism and sound business judgment.
• Experience using Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Exposure to ERP, purchasing, or inventory management systems is a plus.
• Interest in manufacturing and industrial operations.

We thrive when the expectations are great, and the barriers are high. We're solving the world's most difficult challenges through materials science.

Our advanced, integrated process technologies and proven performers give us a tremendous competitive advantage. When customers systems need to fly higher, dig deeper, stand stronger, and last longer -- anywhere on, above or below the earth -- ATI is proven to perform.

• It is ATI's policy to not provide immigration sponsorship for any of the company's positions.

ATI and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected be federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.