About the role#
The Supplier Diversity Intern supports the program that promotes the inclusion of small, local, and diverse businesses within construction projects. You will gain hands-on experience in supplier diversity strategy, compliance, reporting, and systems management while collaborating across multiple departments.
What you'll do#
- Learn the fundamentals of Supplier Diversity, including program goals, key metrics, industry trends, and organizational objectives.
- Assist with preparing, validating, and maintaining Supplier Diversity reports.
- Support audits of diverse business certifications to ensure data accuracy.
- Participate in training on supplier management and reporting tools.
- Review project opportunities to identify Supplier Diversity requirements and goals.
- Help with data entry, maintenance, and report generation.
- Research diverse suppliers that align with project scopes and assist with outreach efforts.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Marketing, Communications, Data Analytics, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- A genuine interest in supplier diversity, economic development, procurement, compliance, or business operations.
- Attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site role based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- The position is paid and full-time.
- This internship operates on a rolling basis.
About Michels Corporation
Michels Corporation is a family owned construction company founded in 1959. Based in Brownsville, Wisconsin, the firm operates across the energy, civil, marine, and transportation industries. It maintains a global presence with operations in the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe. The company employs 8,000 people and utilizes a fleet of 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment to complete infrastructure projects.
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