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A Supply Chain Intern position with Kiewit provides a hands-on learning experience directly related to the skills needed in a full-time career. You will have the opportunity to develop, participate and learn key roles and functions within supply chain management to support our construction operations. As a Supply Chain Intern, you will gain exposure to areas such as Estimating, Contracts, Quality, Purchasing, Logistics & Compliance, Material Management and much more! You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of being a part of the creation of landmark projects. There's a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won't find anywhere else.

Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; industrial; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; marine; and mining.  Our key objectives are to offer clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client's specifications and expectations. 

This position will be based in one of our area offices or at one of our project sites across the U.S. Possible initial assignment locations include Lenexa, KS; Lone Tree, CO; Houston, TX; Westlake, TX and Peachtree, GA. Candidates must be open to relocating as needed. 
One of the many things that makes our culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit's adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

    Negotiate, renegotiate, and administer contracts with suppliers, vendors and other representatives
    Purchase the highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost in correct amounts per specifications and drawings
    Maintain and review computerized or manual records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories
    Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities and the supplier's reputation and history
    Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and determine needs for changes
    Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services
    Design and present an End of Program Presentation to showcase your work and development throughout this internship

    Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Supply Chain Management or related field
    Genuine interest and passion for the field of purchasing/procurement
    Strong customer service and communication skills 
    Detail-oriented, highly motivated with ability to effectively manage time
    Team player with the ability to work well independently
    Ability to work full-time during the summer (approximately May-August)
  Ability to travel and relocate as needed
    Ability to maintain excellent attendance
    Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Preferred Skills: 
    Technical knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
    Customer service and leadership experience