Purchasing Student Program

Stellantis • Auburn Hills, MI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Stellantis Student Program offers a unique alternative to traditional summer internships by providing students with the opportunity to work year-round throughout their academic journey. This continuous engagement allows students to apply their classroom learning in real-world settings on a daily basis, fostering deeper integration within their teams and organizations. As they progress through the program, students are empowered to take on increasing levels of responsibility, gaining valuable experience, and making meaningful contributions along the way. Students will be assigned to a department based on the candidate's background and skill set. The assignments are project-oriented, meaningful to the department, and allow the student to provide valuable contributions. Students experience a sense of personal accomplishment and learn about the corporate business culture through work assignments, structured activities, and exclusive student networking events. In a Purchasing role at Stellantis, you will be part of a team that is instrumental to the company's leadership position in the Automotive industry. Purchasing is responsible for globally sourcing all parts, goods and services by creating strategic and innovative supplier partnerships that will ensure the best quality parts for our vehicles. Purchasing is a fast-paced and exciting work environment where strategic planning and entrepreneurial spirit drives our success. The Stellantis Purchasing Student Program allows individuals to gain experience and exposure across the many different facets of a strategic enterprise. Within the program, students may support sourcing, cost reduction, strategy development and financial analysis activities, in one of the Purchasing organization's functional areas. Purchasing Student Program assignments are available across a variety of functions, including Direct Purchasing (Body, Interior, Chassis & Adaptation, Electrical, and Powertrain), Indirect Purchasing, Aftermarket Purchasing, Purchasing Program Management, Supplier Risk Management, Methodology & Process, Performance & Value Optimization, and Sustainable Raw Materials. Candidates will gain industry experience, interface with all levels within our Purchasing department and apply their coursework to drive results.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related field
• Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university at the time of hire
• Completion of freshman year or higher at an accredited college or university
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Able to work 24 hours per week, year-round
• Willingness to relocate, if applicable
• Authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across various organization levels and with external partners
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and achieve goals in a fast-paced environment
• Proven leadership in academic pursuits, extracurricular activities, or service organizations
• Previous internship/supply chain experience
• Strong data analysis skills
• Strong interest in the automotive industry and new technologies
• Creative and innovative thinking

Responsibilities

• Work remotely during the academic year (September through April) and onsite during the summer (May through August).
• Perform remote work from a location within the United States.
• Work onsite at the Stellantis Headquarters and Technology Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan, during the summer months (May through August).
• Work 24 hours per week during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, during the academic year.
• Establish a consistent weekly schedule that fulfills the 24-hour requirement while accommodating their class schedule.
• Work up to 40 hours per week during the summer months, based on business needs and management discretion.
• Support sourcing, cost reduction, strategy development and financial analysis activities within the Purchasing organization.
• Gain industry experience, interface with all levels within the Purchasing department and apply coursework to drive results.

Benefits

• Exposure to cutting-edge projects and technologies
• Collaborative work environment
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders
• Skill development workshops and training sessions
• Paid US holidays
• Stellantis Employee Advantage Vehicle Discount Program
• Eligible students may be able to participate in the Company Vehicle Employee Lease Program
• Relocation assistance may be available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern