Administration Intern - Purchasing

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated Procurement and Purchasing Intern to join our Purchasing team. This internship will offer you a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in end-to-end procurement operations within a fast-paced professional environment. You will work closely with our team to streamline contract management, purchasing processes, and end user procurement training initiatives.  This position will work approximately 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the development and management of internal and external customer relationships.
• Assist with project research, development and implementation.  
• Support the procurement team in daily purchasing activities.
• Analyze market trends and provide insights on potential savings and product availability.
• Complete market research to determine industry standards and price reasonableness verification.
• Help collect historical data from past projects and create a central database for future reference.
• Participate in the improvement of procurement strategies and systems.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Prior experience in procurement or purchasing is a plus but not required.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eager to learn with a proactive attitude.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Learning Opportunities:

• Gain in-depth knowledge of public procurement statutes and policy requirements, best practices and supplier management.
• Experience real-world purchasing operations from sourcing to contract completion.
• Develop skills in managing procurement software and systems.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive team environment.

Starting Hourly Rate:

$15/hour

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.