About the role#
This undergraduate internship in the Procurement Department offers practical experience in the contract lifecycle at a national laboratory. You will gain exposure to acquisition planning, drafting requests for proposals, supplier communication, and contract documentation. This role is intended for students interested in procurement or supply chain management.
What you'll do#
- Help prepare and review documents that describe what the Laboratory needs to purchase and the work suppliers will perform.
- Research potential suppliers and organize information regarding their capabilities, products, and services.
- Prepare and send requests inviting suppliers to provide pricing or proposals.
- Review supplier responses for completeness and evaluate how well they meet Laboratory requirements.
- Gather and compare cost and pricing data to assist contract analysts with supplier offers.
- Manage purchase orders and contracts by updating records, organizing documents, and tracking required actions.
- Collaborate with purchasing staff, project teams, and suppliers to gather information and support purchasing activities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a junior or senior in an undergraduate program for Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Operations Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- Ability to apply analytical and problem-solving skills to business or procurement issues.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Capability to organize information, manage multiple priorities, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and sound judgment when handling business information.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Eligibility to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act.
Location & details#
- Location: Livermore, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is a government research facility based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 1952, it operates as part of the National Nuclear Security Administration under the Department of Energy. The laboratory employs nearly 10,000 people and focuses on research in physics, engineering, chemistry, and mathematics. Its work supports national security through programs in defense, energy, and environmental science.
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