Summer 2026 - Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Intern

SAS • Cary, NC

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Looking for that internship? The game-changing one that’ll help you learn, grow, and chart your path forward? You’ll find it at SAS. Our interns aren’t coffee runners – they do real, meaningful work. Our award-winning internship program is focused on development, culture, and community. We’ll help you grow professionally, find (or further) your passion, and make memorable connections that last beyond the summer.
The Strategic Sourcing and Procurement (SSP) Team is responsible for delivering global strategic sourcing expertise, value, and excellent service to our technical partners and internal stakeholders by working with them to acquire the goods and services needed to maintain SAS’ world-class business environment. SSP procurement analysts support requestors through the procurement process and work together to maximize value and minimize risks when contracting with the selected suppliers.

Requirements

• Degree Type: Bachelor’s and/or Master’s
• Targeted majors: Supply Chain, Legal, and/or Business
• You’re a college student enrolled in an accredited program, not graduating prior to December 2026.
• You have experience with the following types of programs: Microsoft ( PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.) and Data Analytics
• You’re curious, passionate, authentic, and accountable. These are our values and influence everything we do.
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Leadership abilities. Your past experiences demonstrate you’ll take initiative and go above and beyond the call of duty.
• You’re interested in the future of Analytics and embrace technology.

Nice To Haves

• Prior Procurement/Supply Chain/Responsible Sourcing and/or Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) classes or experience
• Interests in procurement, supply chain, contracting and/or responsible sourcing

Responsibilities

• Assist analysts with various sourcing activities.
• Assist with Supply Chain Compliance and Responsible Sourcing Programs.
• Shadow Strategic Sourcing and Supply Chain Compliance/Responsible Sourcing staff.
• Participate with analysts/legal during contract drafting/reviews.
• Provide miscellaneous administrative support.

Benefits

• Work with (and learn from) the best. As a SAS intern, you’ll get face time with our top executives!
• Free SAS programming training and certification.
• At SAS, flexible work is the norm. Want to work remotely? That’s cool. Prefer a hybrid mix of sweatpants and in-person collaboration? That’s great, too.
• We work hard, but we like to play hard, too. Enjoy hackathons, social events and other opportunities to connect + engage.
• Your well-being matters, and that’s why we support all dimensions of your well-being by offering programs that reduce stress and distractions to help you stay healthy and productive. This includes an on-site and remote Work/Life Center staffed by master’s level social workers and an Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern