About the role#
We are looking for a student to join our Procurement Organization for a summer internship. You will work with our operations and management teams to learn about the utility industry and our business. You will engage in Source-to-Pay functions under the supervision of the Procurement Manager.
What you'll do#
- Perform SAP transactions and other tasks as required.
- Help procure standard materials and services while balancing cost, quality, and reliability.
- Run RFX activities for ongoing bid events.
- Extract, format, and interpret data to communicate findings.
- Collaborate with other interns on a group project to support the Procurement organization.
- Build a working knowledge of our procurement systems and processes.
What you'll need#
- You must be a Junior pursuing a Bachelor degree with at least two years of education in Supply Chain, Finance, Materials Management, Project Management, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based in Houston, Texas.
- The role takes place during the Summer 2027 term.
- This position is on-site.
About CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy is a public utility company that delivers electricity and natural gas to approximately 7 million metered customers. Based in Houston, it operates across Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio, and Texas. The company manages roughly $44 billion in assets and employs about 8,300 people. It has provided utility services for over 150 years, dating back to 1866.
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