Finance Procurement Intern Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Introduction

We're looking for a motivated college student to join our team as a Procurement Intern. This is a dynamic, hands-on opportunity to explore the many facets of procurement. You'll work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to real projects that impact our business. This is a 3 month internship.

Your role and responsibilities

This internship is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems, analyzing data, and collaborating across teams. You'll gain exposure to various areas such as:

• Strategic Sourcing & Buying - Conduct vendor negotiations and selection.
• Risk Management - Help identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Process Improvement - Analyze workflows and suggest efficiencies.
• Data Analysis - Use tools to uncover insights and support decision-making.
• Supplier Onboarding - Assist in vetting and integrating new suppliers.
• Accounts Payable Support - Collaborate with finance to ensure smooth transactions.
• Federal Operations - Learn about compliance and government contracting.
• Client-Facing Consulting - Participate in cross-functional projects with external stakeholders.

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program (Business, Supply Chain, Economics, Finance, Data Science, or related field preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience leveraging AI tools with an AI-first mindset.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Excel or other data tools is a plus.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

The IBM Finance organization is responsible for driving enterprise performance and transformation. We are the financial stewards of IBM, delivering IBM's financial strategy, developing new business models, and mitigating enterprise risk. Do you have a passion for creating business value? Join our team in accounting, financial planning, pricing, business controls, tax, treasury, business development (acquisitions & divestitures), and global financing.

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OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

Supplemental 1 employees may be eligible for up to 8 paid holidays, minimum of 56 hours paid sick time and the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan. IBM offers paid family medical leave and disability benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 15 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

Job Title

Procurement Intern: 2027

Date posted

20-Aug-2026

Job ID

129790

City / Township / Village

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK

State / Province

North Carolina

Country

United States

Work arrangement

Hybrid

Area of work

Enterprise Operations

Employment type

Co-Op (Fixed Term)

Contract type

Internship

Projected Minimum Salary per year

52,200.00

Projected Maximum Salary per year

95,700.00

Position type

Internship

Travel required

Up to 20% or 1 day a week

Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation

Shift

General (daytime)

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No