Supply Chain Management Intern

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America is seeking a Supply Chain Management Intern for its Gigafactory in Sparks, NV. The 12-week, full-time paid summer program provides exposure to planning, manufacturing and business management within a world-class SCM team.

Interns will learn facets of supply chain management, gain real project experience, and build strong data-analytic and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bach. degree in SCM, Business, Data Analysis, Project Management, Engineering or equivalent.
• GPA 3.2 or higher.
• Full-time student enrolled at an accredited four-year college or university.

Responsibilities

• Support in managing projects and programs throughout their life cycle.
• Develop requirements from stakeholders and assist in scheduling, risk analysis, and budget review.
• Collect, analyze, and present data to support decision making.
• Use MS Office tools to prepare documents and reports.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, communication and collaboration skills.

Skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Business/Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a

Do you want to join a team that’s changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Supply Chain Management Intern? Then we’re looking for you! Check out the job description! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic Energy team today!

Responsibilities

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What You’ll Do

Panasonic Energy is looking for interns to join our creative team. Our SCM Team is hard-working, goal-oriented, and adaptable, and they are looking for an intern to join in our efforts. The interns hired for this position should expect to learn facets of Supply Chain Management, planning, manufacturing, and business management and will leave this position with invaluable skills and industry knowledge. Also, this internship program is highly regarded in our field, so successful participation will be a great addition to your resume.

Essential Duties

• Supply Chain Management Intern will support in managing projects and programs throughout their project life cycle.
• Intern will support in developing critical requirements from stakeholders, daily tasks such as project schedule updating, supporting in daily standup meetings with project team, analyzing project related documents, budget review and analysis, identification of project risk or constraints, assisting in implementing risk mitigation tactics, and supporting contractors or other teams and departments to complete the project on time and within budget.
• Strong project leader with excellent organizational and skills.
• Knowledge of and comfort with Microsoft Office Suite software including Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability and proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and presenting data.
• Effective planning, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment, effectively prioritize work, and deliver quality results.
• A strong work ethic with a “get the job done” approach and consistently delivers excellent customer service, both internally and externally.
• Intuitive, adaptable, creative, and collaborative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative nature with strong team building skills and willing to learn from and accept guidance from others.

Internship Details

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy at the Gigafactory.
• The program will be 12 weeks in length, and is planned to occur between Monday, May 17 and Friday, August 6, 2027. This date range is subject to change.
• Must be able to attend the entirety of the internship.

Program Requirements

• The program will be a full time paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy onsite at the Gigafactory
• Must attend entirety of internship from the indicated start and end date noted above
• Minimum 3.2 GPA
• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the internship begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, O-1, TN, L-1, or other employment-based visas) to participate in the program or for a fulltime role after graduation. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Education

• Basic/Required: Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours per semester) in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Data Analysis, Project Management, Engineering (any discipline) or equivalent.

Essential Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university.
• Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours per semester) in a Bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business Management or equivalent.
• GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Basic knowledge of project management processes and tools
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to write and communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to apply principles of logical or academic thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience through project teams or previous jobs.
• A desire to create a sustainable future through energy storage, renewable energy, and electric vehicles.
• Interest in data analytics with capturing, comparing, and presenting data to influence decisions.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities:

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 10%

Tools and/or Equipment:

• Keyboard/Computer: Continuous
• Office Equipment: Continuous
• Phone Continuous

Required Lifting and Carrying:

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

About Us

Meet Panasonic! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

Where You'll Be

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

We Take Opportunity Seriously

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities,

Supplemental Information

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits such as health insurance. Employees may be eligible for certain state- or locally-mandated benefits depending on hours worked and applicable law.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.

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