Procurement Intern
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Job Description
About CSX
CSX is a leading provider of rail-based freight transportation in North America. The company operates a vast network of rail lines and intermodal facilities, serving a wide range of industries. CSX is committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services to its customers while adhering to high standards of environmental stewardship.
Procurement Internship Description
CSX’s Procurement Internship Program offers a 10-week immersive experience within the Procurement Department, providing interns with a comprehensive understanding of CSX’s methods and culture. The program is designed to expose candidates to real-world challenges and empower them to contribute to the company’s financial performance.
Primary Activities and Responsibilities:
• Strategic Analysis: Interns will work alongside experienced professionals to analyze marketing, operating, and capital projects, evaluating economic tradeoffs and informing real-time business decisions.
• Data-Driven Insights: Provide analytical support for operational reviews, resource allocation, and financial valuations.
• Supply Chain Strategy: Contribute to the development of short- and long-term strategies for supply chain and procurement of resources.
• Benefit Quantification: Help develop and utilize procurement strategies to quantify benefits and drive sound, fact-based economic decisions.
• Effective Communication: Consult and communicate analyses through presentations to senior management within the Procurement Department and business partners from other departments.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Education: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related major field of study from an accredited institution.
• GPA: Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4-point scale).
Knowledge and Skills:
• Academic Excellence: Demonstrated academic achievement with a strong interest in procurement and supply chain management.
• Leadership: Proven leadership ability and initiative.
• Communication: Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Presentation Skills: Ability to develop and deliver presentations to a senior level audience.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Job Requirements:
• Communication: Communicate effectively with senior leadership and executive audiences.
• Deadline-Oriented: Work within established deadlines.
• Flexibility: Willing and able to work days and hours as assigned.
• Background Check: Successfully complete a background check and drug test.
Environmental Conditions: The internship takes place in an office environment.
