Purchasing, Materials Intern

Onto Innovation • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

The Summer Purchasing Intern will support the Purchasing/Procurement team with daily operations while gaining hands-on experience in supply chain, vendor coordination, and purchasing processes. This role is designed for a motivated student interested in procurement, supply chain management, business operations, or related fields.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Operations, or a related field
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with ERP systems is a plus (Oracle)
• Ability to analyze basic data and maintain accurate records
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or interest in purchasing, supply chain, or operations
• Experience working with spreadsheets or basic reporting tools
• Customer service or administrative experience

Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and tracking purchase orders in purchasing systems
• Support vendor communications, including follow-ups on pricing, availability, and delivery schedules
• Help maintain accurate purchasing records, files, and databases
• Support inventory tracking and coordination with internal departments
• Help ensure purchase orders comply with company policies and procedures
• Participate in process improvement projects or ad hoc purchasing initiatives
• Perform general administrative support for the Purchasing team as needed
• Gain exposure to end-to-end purchasing and procurement processes
• Understand supplier management and cost control practices
• Develop professional communication and organizational skills
• Learn how procurement supports overall business operations

Benefits

• This internship offers real-world experience in purchasing and supply chain operations, mentoring from experienced professionals, and exposure to cross-functional teamwork in a professional business environment.
• competitive salaries
• comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family
• health, dental, and vision coverage
• life and disability insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• wellness initiatives
• Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees