Supply Chain Intern

Job Description

About Bechtel

Bechtel is a global engineering, construction, and project management company with a long history dating back to 1898. They have completed over 25,000 projects in 160 countries across all seven continents, contributing to job creation, economic growth, infrastructure resilience, and improved access to energy, resources, and vital services. Bechtel is driven by a commitment to delivering successful outcomes through their people and a focus on their Vision, Values, and Commitments. They serve a range of markets including Infrastructure, Nuclear, Security & Environmental, Energy, Mining & Metals, and Manufacturing and Technology, providing services from initial planning and investment to startup and operations.

Supply Chain Intern Job Description

Bechtel’s Supply Chain team offers opportunities for talented individuals who are detail-oriented, enthusiastic, and driven to solve complex supply chain challenges. Each year, the Supply Chain team manages the purchase of approximately $18 billion in goods and services from suppliers in over 50 countries. The interns play a vital role in this process, contributing to various Supply Chain functions:

Areas of Focus:

• Procurement/Purchasing: Qualifying, evaluating, negotiating, and selecting global suppliers and contractors.
• Contracts & Subcontracts: Managing purchase orders and subcontracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
• Inventory & Warehouse Management: Managing complex logistics, including transportation, receipt, and storage of equipment and materials from around the world.
• Logistics: Coordinating with internal and external entities to manage material and equipment shipments.
• Integrated Materials Management: Planning, scheduling, and receiving materials for project use.

Typical Activities:

• Procurement & Contracts:
• Formulating and administering purchase orders
• Preparing service contracts outlining project scope, schedule, and terms
• Contacting suppliers to obtain engineering data and deliverables
• Coordinating shipments with internal and external entities
• Reviewing material requisitions from a Supplier Quality perspective
• Logistics:
• Managing complex logistics efforts in the transportation, receipt, and storage of equipment and material that originate in all parts of the world
• Building supplier and contractor relationships
• Engaging with category management teams for technical and commercial intelligence on the supply chain

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a four-year bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain Management, Production and Operations Management, or Logistics Management from an accredited college or university.
• Completion of at least one year of undergraduate studies in one of the above fields.
• Eligibility to work and remain in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Previous co-op or internship experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Location:

• Positions are available at various Bechtel office locations, including Houston, TX and Reston, VA, as well as project sites across the globe.

Compensation:

• hourly range: $21.75 – $28.06 (determined by function, education, experience, and qualifications)
• 15% salary uplift for positions located in New York City or San Francisco (subject to market conditions).
• Robust benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and career development opportunities.