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Purchasing Intern Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Facilities/Maintenance Intern

East Granby, CT · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

As an intern in our comprehensive summer program, you will gain substantial personal learning and ... purchase requisitions for expensed items (repair parts, materials, and support services) to ensure ...

Engineering Intern

Canaan, CT · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

... purchasing or assembly of components, and implementing improvements using standard validation processes. 5. Act as an engineering representative for TPM teams. Intern will help the TPM team identify ...

Engineering Intern

Canaan, CT · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

... purchasing or assembly of components, and implementing improvements using standard validation processes. 5. Act as an engineering representative for TPM teams. Intern will help the TPM team identify ...

... purchase plan to eligible employees. Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide ...

... purchase plan to eligible employees. Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide ...

RX Grad Intern

Enfield, CT · On-site

$35/hr

... purchase plan to eligible employees. Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide ...

RX Grad Intern

Enfield, CT · On-site

$35/hr

... purchase plan to eligible employees. Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide ...

RX Grad Intern

Milford, CT · On-site

$35/hr

... purchase plan to eligible employees. Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide ...

RX Grad Intern

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$35/hr

... purchase plan to eligible employees. Apart from any religious or disability considerations, open availability is needed to meet the needs of the business. If hired, you will be required to provide ...

Pharmacy Pre-Grad Intern - WM

Brooklyn, CT · On-site

$22.50 - $35.50/hr

As a Pre-Grad Intern, you will be paid to help support our team's goals and contributing to the ... Help with processing prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) orders and purchases. * Deliver ...

As a Pre-Grad Intern, you will be paid to help support our team's goals and contributing to the ... Help with processing prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) orders and purchases. * Deliver ...

Pharmacy Pre-Grad Intern - WM

Putnam, CT · On-site

$22.50 - $35.50/hr

As a Pre-Grad Intern, you will be paid to help support our team's goals and contributing to the ... Help with processing prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) orders and purchases. * Deliver ...

Pharmacy Pre-Grad Intern - WM

Torrington, CT · On-site

$22.50 - $35.50/hr

As a Pre-Grad Intern, you will be paid to help support our team's goals and contributing to the ... Help with processing prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) orders and purchases. * Deliver ...

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Purchasing Intern information

What does a Purchasing Intern do?

A Purchasing Intern supports the procurement or purchasing department by assisting with tasks such as sourcing suppliers, processing purchase orders, managing inventory records, and communicating with vendors. They help ensure that materials and products are acquired efficiently and cost-effectively. This role provides hands-on experience in supply chain management and purchasing procedures, often involving data entry, research, and administrative support. It's an opportunity for students or recent graduates to learn about procurement processes in a real-world business environment.

What are some typical responsibilities a Purchasing Intern can expect during their internship?

As a Purchasing Intern, you can expect to assist with a variety of tasks including researching potential suppliers, obtaining and comparing quotes, processing purchase orders, and maintaining accurate records of procurement activities. You may also support the team by tracking orders, following up on deliveries, and helping to evaluate supplier performance. This role offers valuable exposure to the negotiation process and collaboration with different departments such as finance and logistics, providing a solid foundation for a career in supply chain or procurement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Purchasing Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Purchasing Intern, you need a basic understanding of supply chain management, analytical skills, and often a background in business or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software such as SAP, Microsoft Excel, and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and organizational skills help you excel in fast-paced purchasing environments. These abilities ensure that purchasing processes are efficient, accurate, and support the organization's operational needs.

What is the difference between Purchasing Intern vs Purchasing Coordinator?

AspectPurchasing InternPurchasing Coordinator
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate with a degree in business, supply chain, or related fieldUsually requires some experience in purchasing or supply chain management, often with relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, internship setting, often part-time or temporaryFull-time, office-based role with more responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in retail, manufacturing, logistics, and corporate sectors for training and developmentCommon in similar industries for managing procurement processes

The Purchasing Intern role is an entry-level position aimed at gaining experience in procurement, often held by students or recent graduates. In contrast, the Purchasing Coordinator is a more experienced role responsible for overseeing purchasing activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring procurement efficiency. While both roles are part of the procurement process, the intern position is a stepping stone towards a full purchasing career.

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Infographic showing various Purchasing Intern job openings in Connecticut as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Internship, 1% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.
Facilities/Maintenance Intern

Facilities/Maintenance Intern

Marmon

East Granby, CT • On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Marmon Holdings rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

RSCC Wire & Cable LLC

Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

Our Summer Internship Experience:
Marmon Industrial Energy & Infrastructure hiring talented and innovative interns looking to power up their futures and forge a meaningful career with us. Be part of our efforts to help improve the quality of life for millions of people by engineering solutions to many of the world's greatest needs. Marmon Industrial Energy & Infrastructure (MIEI) works with six specialty wire, cable, and tubing solution manufacturing companies located throughout North America. We have over 100 years of innovative engineered solutions for critical, industrial, and commercial applications.
As an intern in our comprehensive summer program, you will gain substantial personal learning and career development opportunities through ownership of real-world job assignments, strong coaching and mentorship, and networking opportunities with senior leaders and other interns across our organization. Our interns receive the opportunity to showcase their achievements to our Leaders for the opportunity to grow and make an impact in the current workplace, across a group, and around the world.

What You'll Do:

A qualified Facilities/Maintenance Intern must be a student who is currently enrolled full-time in an accredited degree program. The individual must possess the ability to work independently with minimal supervisory direction.

  • Assist with the delegation of maintenance tasks to team member trades personnel.
  • Monitor/Assist with the safety and cleanliness of interior and exterior areas, such as offices, conference rooms, factory areas including production machine areas, storage warehouses and outside storage spaces, shipping & receiving areas, parking lots and outdoor facility grounds.
  • Oversee/ Participate in routine maintenance on Facilities, Production Equipment/Lines, Process Support Infrastructure Equipment and making repairs as needed.
  • Oversee/Participate in routine inspections and emergency repairs with outside vendors.
  • Participate in overseeing security measures for the workplace, including collaborating with security system vendors and/or a team of security professionals.
  • Creating reports on Maintenance Repairs, Equipment PMs, Safety Work Orders.
  • Assist with the management of the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and Preventative Machine Maintenance Program, keeping appropriate records/documentation as required. Look for ways to work with the CMMS Program Provider to upgrade/improve current systems on an ongoing basis to streamline administrative tasks in the maintenance department.
  • Assist with using the CMMS for preventative, predictive maintenance and root cause analysis determinations on all equipment and building structures at the Company and for precise inventory control of maintenance department supplies and repair parts to support and ensure company daily manufacturing operations effectively.
  • With technical input from Facility Maintenance Manager and key facility engineering staff, help with recommending and writing purchase requisitions for expensed items (repair parts, materials, and support services) to ensure continuous day to day operations of the facility's infrastructure and production equipment.
  • Monitor/Assist with the efficient utilization of utilities in the facility (electricity, water, natural gas, and requirement treatment chemicals). Assist with researching, suggesting, justifying, and performing Facility Energy Savings Projects.
  • Work w/Facility Maintenance Manager & Technical Manager on Researching, justifying, recommending, and writing Authorization For Expenditures (AFEs) for major Company Capital Building and Support Equipment Acquisitions on an annual basis. Required to verify that all AFE Project Expenditures completed meet our business ROI and pay back goals.
  • Oversee the upkeep and housekeeping of the equipment and working areas of the Maintenance shop, supply/tooling cribs, fabrication/welding, and boiler rooms in the facility.
  • Oversee the upkeep and maintenance of all outside facility grounds areas including landscaping, snow removal, security alarm and camera systems, lighting and fencing and all external building structures components repairs and upgrades. Perform site security evaluations and recommend and assist with perform upgrades on an on-going basis.
  • Acquire an understanding and working knowledge (by participating in the Intern Program) of OSHA and DEP regulations/procedures that may impact the facility or its personnel. Help with perform route inspections and preventive measures in an audit fashion to address and correct potential safety violations. Work with and support activities of the EH&S Department at the Company.
  • Oversee/Assist that all necessary production/process support infrastructure equipment and building facilities records are obtained and maintained. This includes mechanical and electrical prints, operating and troubleshooting manuals, material handling equipment, software programs, computer hardware, replacement parts lists, etc.

These are the general duties required to fulfill the Facilities/Maintenance Mechanic Intern job description, not a detailed description of all the work required. New duties and responsibilities may be added and required to meet the changing demands of the business and/or work schedules, and will be reviewed with the intern, as required.

What You'll Need:

  • Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
  • Working in a manufacturing facility with potential high and low temperature environments.
  • Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
  • Follow safety and PPE guidelines.

Compensation:

  • $22.00-$27.00 (commensurate with relevant experience and educational background)

Work Hours/Length of Program:

  • The internship will run for 12 weeks from May to August
  • Temporary Part/Full Time, targeting 20-40 hours per week.
  • Exact start and end dates are flexible based on school schedules and the needs of the business.
  • This is a paid internship.

Location:

East Granby, CT

Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global industrial organization comprising 11 diverse business sectors and more than 100 autonomous manufacturing and service businesses with annual revenue exceeding $10 Billion

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.


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