Supplier Diversity Internship

Michels Corporation•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

Michels Corporation is seeking a Supplier Diversity Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting their Supplier Diversity program. This program focuses on promoting the inclusion of small, local, and diverse businesses in construction projects nationwide. The internship offers exposure to supplier diversity strategy, compliance, outreach, reporting, systems management, and customer contract requirements. The intern will collaborate with various departments and support initiatives aimed at business growth, customer satisfaction, and local economic opportunity. Key learning objectives include understanding the value and impact of Supplier Diversity, diverse business certifications, customer diversity goals, reporting processes, business development practices, and outreach strategies.

Requirements

Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Marketing, Communications, Data Analytics, Public Administration, or a related field.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Interest in supplier diversity, economic development, procurement, compliance, or business operations.
Attention to detail and data accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple assignments.
Research and problem-solving skills.
Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
Initiative and willingness to learn in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Learn the fundamentals of Supplier Diversity, including program goals, key metrics, industry trends, and organizational objectives.
Develop an understanding of how Supplier Diversity supports business growth, customer requirements, and community engagement.
Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and project discussions.
Assist with preparing, validating, and maintaining Supplier Diversity reports.
Support collection, organization, and analysis of supplier data.
Help identify trends and opportunities through reporting tools and databases.
Participate in monthly and quarterly reporting activities.
Assist in reviewing and validating supplier certification records.
Support audits of diverse business certifications to ensure data accuracy.
Maintain organized records and documentation related to supplier certifications.
Research certification agencies and eligibility requirements.
Gain familiarity with Supplier Diversity systems, databases, and reporting platforms.
Assist with data entry, maintenance, and report generation.
Participate in training on supplier management and reporting tools.
Support continuous improvement of supplier information quality and accuracy.
Review project opportunities to identify Supplier Diversity requirements and goals.
Assist in researching diverse suppliers that align with project scopes.
Support preparation of bid-related Supplier Diversity documentation.
Learn how Supplier Diversity requirements are incorporated into project pursuits and proposals.
Maintain lists of industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
Research organizations and supplier diversity events nationwide.
Assist with outreach efforts to diverse suppliers and external partner organizations.
Draft correspondence, event communications, and informational materials.
Assist with monitoring Supplier Diversity documentation.
Support compliance tracking and reporting activities.
Learn how Supplier Diversity requirements are managed throughout the project lifecycle.
Contribute to special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
Develop an understanding of how Supplier Diversity supports estimating, procurement, project management, and operations.
Observe the role Supplier Diversity plays in contract compliance, customer relationships, and competitive positioning.
Participate in cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders.