Global Procurement & Supply Chain Intern

At Oshkosh, we build, serve and protect people and communities around the world by designing and manufacturing some of the toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. We employ over 18,000 team members all united by a common purpose. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day.

THE ROLE

As a Supply Chain Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting Oshkosh Corporation’s global supply chain while contributing to real business challenges and projects.

Opportunities are available across several Supply Chain teams, and interns may be matched to assignments based on their skills, interests, academic background, and business needs. Depending on your assignment, you may gain experience in areas such as logistics, global trade and import compliance, supplier performance, supply chain analytics and technology, supplier quality, or supply chain operations.

You’ll collaborate with Supply Chain professionals and cross-functional partners to understand how suppliers, materials, transportation, technology, data, and business processes work together to support Oshkosh operations around the world.

Throughout your internship, you'll have the opportunity to own meaningful work, develop your professional and technical skills, and gain exposure to the many career paths available within a global supply chain organization.

YOUR IMPACT

As a Supply Chain Intern, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting logistics and supply chain activities that help ensure materials and products move efficiently throughout the organization
• Collaborating with suppliers, Purchasing, Engineering, Logistics, Operations, Quality, and other cross-functional teams
• Analyzing supply chain data to identify trends, opportunities, risks, and areas for improvement
• Creating dashboards, reports, and data visualizations using tools such as Power BI
• Exploring the use of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies to improve supply chain reporting and decision-making
• Supporting supply chain applications and technology solutions through system integration testing, user acceptance testing, and software enhancements
• Assisting with global trade and import compliance activities such as product classification, Importer Security Filings, import entry reviews, free trade agreements, audits, and reporting
• Working with Customs Brokers and internal partners to support accurate and timely import activities
• Supporting supplier quality, readiness, and performance initiatives
• Participating in supplier development activities, capacity assessments, audits, and continuous improvement efforts
• Supporting Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Identifying opportunities to improve supply chain processes, systems, supplier performance, and operational efficiency
• Developing and maintaining process documentation, reports, project materials, and performance metrics
• Participating in cross-functional projects and presenting findings or recommendations to Supply Chain leaders and stakeholders

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business, International Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Statistics, or a related field
• Interest in supply chain, logistics, operations, global trade, supplier management, analytics, or related business functions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a variety of internal and external partners
• Willingness to learn new technologies, processes, and areas of the business

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

Experience, coursework, or interest in one or more of the following is a plus:

• Supply chain management, logistics, or transportation
• Global trade, import/export, or international business
• Supplier quality, supplier development, or supplier performance
• APQP, PPAP, root-cause analysis, or corrective action processes
• Data analytics, statistics, or data visualization
• Power BI or other business intelligence tools
• Artificial intelligence or machine learning applications
• Supply chain technology, applications, or systems
• System integration testing or user acceptance testing
• Continuous improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma principles
• Project management
• Working with suppliers or cross-functional business teams
• Strong technical communication and presentation skills

Some assignments may require travel to suppliers or other Oshkosh locations.

EXPERIENCE YOU WILL GAIN

Through this internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Understand how a global supply chain supports Oshkosh's businesses and products
• Gain exposure to multiple areas of supply chain, including suppliers, logistics, technology, analytics, quality, and global trade
• Apply classroom knowledge to real-world supply chain challenges
• Use data and technology to support business decisions and process improvements
• Collaborate with suppliers and professionals across Engineering, Purchasing, Operations, Quality, Logistics, and other functions
• Develop analytical, communication, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Own meaningful project work and present recommendations to business stakeholders
• Explore different career paths within Supply Chain and Operations

WHY OSHKOSH?

Moving the future forward is our priority—and that includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees’ success through learning, development, and hands-on experiences.

Everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the team members around the world who embody them:

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

Pay Range:

$18.00 - $37.00

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.