About the role#
This internship provides experience in a Commercial Sourcing Advisor, Supply Chain Associate, or Business Analyst capacity. You will work on-site for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week. You must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program throughout the duration of the internship.
What you'll do#
- Learn company policies and procedures regarding procurement, contracts, and materials management.
- Gain experience with market and spend analysis.
- Negotiate contractual terms and commercial issues.
- Identify, visualize, and analyze data to obtain business insights.
- Support supply chain practices and process improvement initiatives.
- Build relationships with suppliers, employees, and management.
- Participate in the purchasing of indirect goods and services.
- Collaborate with finance, IT, and accounts payable departments.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Distribution, Integrated Supply Management, or Logistics.
- Strong academic performance.
- Authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.
- Military experience is considered a plus.
Location & details#
This role is based on-site. Available locations include Findlay, Ohio; Wilmington, California; Catlettsburg, Kentucky; Canonsburg, Pennsylvania; Garyville, Louisiana; Robinson, Illinois; Texas City, Texas; and San Antonio, Texas. This position is paid.
About Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation operates as an integrated energy company focused on downstream and midstream activities. Founded in 1887, the business maintains its headquarters in Findlay, Ohio. It manages the largest refining system in the United States and oversees a network of retail outlets. The company also holds a majority interest in MPLX LP, which handles crude oil and light product transportation infrastructure.
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