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At Dexter, we manufacture and distribute axles, accessories, and towing components primarily serving the commercial trailer, RV, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets. We’re building products and systems that are rooted in a culture of safety, collaboration, and innovation.

Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved over 65 years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's website at www.dextergroup.com

Supply Chain/Procurement Internship

The Supply Chain/Procurement Intern will assist the Dexter Procurement team with projects that support sourcing, supplier research, data analysis, project management, and supply chain decision-making. This role provides hands-on experience working with cross-functional teams while giving students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world business and manufacturing challenges.

Potential locations for this internship include Elkhart, Indiana

As a Supply Chain/Procurement Intern, you will be working on hands-on projects. Potential projects may include, but are not limited to:

• Collecting, organizing, and analyzing large volumes of technical and business data from various sources
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Project Management, and Production, to understand data requirements and provide support
• Assisting with supplier research across various commodities and generating requests for quotation (RFQs)
• Supporting make-versus-buy analysis and sourcing decisions
• Assisting with project planning, tracking, and project management activities
• Preparing data, reports, and recommendations to support procurement and supply chain initiatives

To be successful in this role, you must possess the following:

• Excellent sense of ethics and accountability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team environment
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Interest in supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or manufacturing operations
• Project management experience through coursework, student organizations, internships, or other hands-on projects

In addition, you must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.

Work Authorization

Dexter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.