Summer 2027 Internship - Supply Chain

1611 Ally Bank; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Housing assistance

Mentoring program

Professional development

Job summary

Ally Financial invites you to join an 11-week paid internship in our Supply Chain program in the United States. You’ll gain hands-on, project-based experience and participate in a structured intern cohort with mentoring and networking opportunities.

The program runs May 21 – July 31, 2027, with 40 hours per week, a mix of in-office and remote work, market-competitive hourly compensation, a sign-on bonus, and housing assistance for those who qualify.

Qualifications

• Rising Junior or Senior in an undergraduate program.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates analytical thinking, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Available for the full duration of the internship program.
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship from the company now or in the future.
• Preferred: Majoring in supply chain, logistics, or operations.
• Previous supply chain internship experience or relevant project work.
• Extracurricular activities/leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Have hands on experience and project-based work.
• Attend Orientation, Executive Speaking Series, and learning sessions as an Intern cohort.
• Participate in Mentoring Program and Giving Back Events.
• Network with your peers, your team, and those Allys you find interesting.
• Lead an end of assignment presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Availability for full duration

US work authorization

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Job description

Ally and Your Career Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that’s more than some cliché people put on job postings. We love this stuff! We see our people as, well, people - with interests, families, friends, dreams, and causes that are all important to them. Our focus is on the health and safety of our teammates as well as work-life balance and diversity and inclusion. From generous benefits to a variety of employee resource groups, we strive to build paths that encourage employees to stretch themselves professionally. We want to help you grow, develop, and learn new things. You’re constantly evolving, so shouldn’t your opportunities be, too?

Work Schedule

Work Schedule: Ally designates roles as (1) fully on-site, (2) hybrid, or (3) fully remote. Hybrid roles are generally expected to be in the office a certain number of days per week as indicated by your manager. Your hiring manager will discuss this role's specific work requirements with you during the hiring process. All work requirements are subject to change at any time based on leader discretion and/or business need.

The Opportunity

We’re in the business of putting people first and we’ve been doing just that for over 100 years. Our mission isn’t performative either: we show up for our customers when it comes to their financial needs. We’re making banking smarter and simpler while serving our communities. We value and encourage the mantra of working better together. That’s where you come into play. Test drive the tools in your educational toolbox and learn some new skills along the way with an 11-week paid internship with us. Your internship with Ally will move you from educated to experienced. The Ally Internship Program guides and mentors students with development opportunities and experiences that support your career interests while also driving the business forward. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with diverse teams and functions across the company. You will interact with Ally’s leadership and learn from their personal successes. You will gain the experience to know what it means to be an Ally!

The Work Itself

As part of our Internship Program, you will have an opportunity to:

• Have hands on experience and project-based work
• Attend Orientation, Executive Speaking Series, and learning sessions as an Intern cohort
• Participate in Mentoring Program and Giving Back Events
• Network with your peers, your team, and those Allys you find interesting
• Lead an end of assignment presentation

The Details

Internship Program Timing: May 21 – July 31, 2027 (tentative) 40 hours each week with a mix of in-office and remote working days Project-based work Market competitive hourly compensation and a sign-on bonus, as well as financial housing assistance for those who qualify Successful interns will have the opportunity to return to Ally in an Early Talent Program or full-time role, or to a second internship, depending upon graduation timing.
Interning within Supply Chain means being part of a team that is responsible for various aspects of acquiring goods and services, providing sourcing, contracting, Third Party relationship management, and Third Party data management for Ally. We partner with Business Unit/Enterprise Function leaders to identify, source, contract, and procure goods or services from qualified Third Parties to meet strategic goals. Throughout the duration of the 11-week program, you'll have the ability to hone your skills in negotiation, problem solving, data analysis, influencing and communication to name a few. Typically, interns are matched with a specific team and manager in mid-spring. Doing so offers the ability to assign program participants to real-time, business critical needs.

Teams and Roles

• Sourcing – Partnering with lines of business across the Ally enterprise to invent sourcing strategies to support the needs of the business. This can include conducting RFP’s, RFIs, sole source negotiations amongst others. Performs industry analysis and benchmarking to formulate category strategies.
• Contracting – Builds, negotiates, and manages contracts for third parties. Leverages best practices to mitigate and identify residual contract risk while engaging risk partners and legal team for review.
• Risk & Controls – Evaluates Third Party risks, policies, and procedures against Ally requirements to advise and lead sourcing representatives to the best contractual obligations.
• Supply Chain Operations – Handles internal and external audit requests, while establishing effective controls framework for Supply Chain. Responsible for Supply Chain Data Governance program to ensure effective compliance to Policies and Procedures.
• Payment Services – Supports supply chain operations by processing invoices, reconciling purchase orders, and overseeing payments made to suppliers.
• Purchasing – Coordinates purchase requisitions while owning the use of alternate buying channels.
• Supplier Diversity – Encourages the use of diverse and balanced suppliers into Ally’s Supply Chain strategy.
• Reporting & Analytics – Compose dashboards for members of Supply Chain and Business Lines to apply and leverage in their day-to-day roles.
• Technology Collaboration – To collaborate with other top technology professionals across the organization to develop processes to optimize functionality across the organization.

The Skills You Bring

Required qualifications.

• Rising Junior or Senior (during the time of internship) in a full-time undergraduate program.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates analytical thinking, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Available for the full duration of the internship program.
• Eligible to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship from the company now or in the future.

Preferred qualifications.

• Majoring in supply chain, logistics, or operations is preferred.
• Previous supply chain internship experience or relevant project work is preferred.
• Extracurricular activities/leadership experience is preferred (student organizations, volunteering, sports, part-time roles, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

• 0+ years of experience
• High school Diploma or GED equivalent

How We’ll Have Your Back

Ally’s compensation program offers market-competitive base pay and pay-for-performance incentives (bonuses) based on achieving personal and company goals. Our Total Rewards program includes industry-leading compensation and benefits plus additional incentives that are designed to meet your needs and those of your family so you can get the most out of your career and your life, including:

• Time Away: Program starts at 20 paid time off days in addition to 11 paid holidays and 8 hours of volunteer time off yearly (time off days are prorated based on start date and program varies based on full or part-time status and management level).
• Planning for the Future: plan for the near and long term with an industry-leading 401K retirement savings plan with matching and company contributions, student loan pay downs and 529 educational save up assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, and financial learning center and financial coach access.
• Supporting your Health & Well-being: flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions, Healthcare FSA, critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity insurance, and a total well-being program that helps you and your family stay on track physically, socially, emotionally, and financially.
• Building a Family: adoption, surrogacy and fertility assistance as well as paid parental and caregiver leave, Dependent Day Care FSA back-up child and adult/elder care days and childcare discounts.
• Work-Life Integration: other benefits including Mentally Fit Employee Assistance Program, subsidized and discounted Weight Watchers® program and other employee discount programs.
• Other Compensations: depending on the role for which you are considered, you may be eligible for travel allowances, relocation assistance, a signing bonus and/or equity.

Ally’s Compensation Program

Base Pay Range $25.00 - $29.00

Incentive Compensation: This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan.

We’re a Leading Financial Services Company

Ally Financial is a customer-centric, leading digital financial services company with passionate customer service and innovative financial solutions. We are relentlessly focused on "Doing it Right" and being a trusted financial-services provider to our consumer, commercial, and corporate customers. For more information, visit www.ally.com.

Diversity and Inclusion

Ally is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if after review of the position expectations, you believe that you may need a medical accommodation to fulfill the duties of this role, please email [e-mail] with details of your accommodation request.