About the role#
We are looking for a Supply Chain Intern to join our team in Erie, Pennsylvania, for the summer of 2027. You will work within our Noise, Vibration, and Harshness division, gaining hands-on experience in manufacturing operations and supply chain management.
What you'll do#
- Support commodity managers with supplier research, market benchmarking, and data validation.
- Prepare RFQs, compare supplier quotes, and summarize sourcing recommendations.
- Monitor supplier performance metrics like quality, delivery, lead time, and responsiveness.
- Coordinate with procurement, engineering, operations, and finance to gather sourcing requirements.
- Facilitate supplier communication regarding quotes, documentation, delivery updates, and issue resolution.
- Assist with risk management, including supplier capacity reviews and tracking material availability.
- Track purchase price variance, inflation impacts, and savings opportunities by commodity.
- Complete assignments designed to build your professional knowledge and skills.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as at least a sophomore in a BS or BA program for Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member.
- An innovative and self-motivated approach to your work.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located on-site in Erie, Pennsylvania.
- This position requires meeting U.S. export compliance and government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
About Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin specializes in motion and control technologies. The company provides systems for filtration, hydraulics, pneumatics, and fluid handling. It serves customers in the aerospace, mobile, and industrial markets. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company operates in 43 countries and employs over 30,000 people.
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