Supply Chain Summer Intern | Hands-on Training & Mentorship

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC.; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) is seeking a summer intern to support our Supply Chain team in a full-time capacity. The internship runs from May 2027 through August 2027 and offers hands-on experience, mentoring, and exposure to procurement processes.

The intern will assist with sourcing suppliers, market research, purchase orders, and supplier evaluations, while developing professional skills in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to apply technical skills to meet project demands.
• Self-motivated to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support the supply chain team in sourcing suppliers and obtaining competitive quotations.
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify vendors and cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist with preparing purchase orders, supplier evaluations, and contract documentation.
• Help monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Support tracking and reporting of procurement metrics (spend analysis, supplier performance).
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within procurement.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain or related (in progress)

Junior or Senior year / or Master’s program for Fall 2027

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) is seeking a summer intern to support our Supply Chain team in a full-time capacity. The internship runs from May 2027 through August 2027 and offers hands-on experience, mentoring, and exposure to procurement processes.

The intern will assist with sourcing suppliers, market research, purchase orders, and supplier evaluations, while developing professional skills in a supportive team environment.