About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to gain professional experience through project-based work at Hawaiian Electric. You will be paired with a mentor to guide your development and help you navigate the company. Interns participate in cross-functional activities to learn about our operations and will present their final project deliverables to the management team at the end of the summer.
What you'll do#
- Research and execute an objective-based project.
- Align SAP payment terms.
- Follow up on certificates of insurance.
- Contact vendors with contracts nearing expiration.
- Manage purchase order closures.
- Participate in cross-functional activities and professional development sessions.
- Present your achievements and lessons learned to management.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an active student at a post-secondary institution.
- Academic focus in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 and good academic standing.
- Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Must be attending school in Fall 2027.
- Official digital copy of your transcript.
Location & details#
- Location: Honolulu, Hawaii.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
- Status: Full-time, paid position.
About Hawaiian Electric
Hawaiian Electric provides electricity to 95 percent of the population in Hawaii. The company operates across Oahu, Maui, Hawaii Island, Lanai, and Molokai. It was founded in 1891 and maintains its headquarters in Honolulu. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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