About the role#
Orion Steel is offering a summer internship focused on supply chain management. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in purchasing, inventory management, logistics, and material management. You will work both independently and as part of a team to support the Purchasing department through data-driven analysis and reporting.
What you'll do#
- Provide analytical support to the Purchasing department.
- Assist in inventory management reporting and capturing key purchasing KPIs.
- Develop data pipelines using SQL and gather requirements from team members.
- Create reports and dashboards to inform decision-making across the company.
- Leverage large, complex data sets to derive insights for strategic sourcing and cross-functional teams including Finance, Operations, and Planning.
- Perform data gathering, validation, cleaning, and compilation from various sources.
- Assist with routine administrative duties as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management or Computer Science, with at least one year of study completed.
- Proficiency in SQL is required.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
- Strong analytical skills with experience in spreadsheet modeling.
- Ability to manage change requests and adapt quickly to new software.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of R or Python is considered a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Orion Steel
Orion Steel operates several manufacturing facilities including Rocky Mountain Steel Mills and Oregon Steel Mills. The company produces engineered steel products for the rail, energy, and industrial sectors. It serves clients across the United States and Canada. Headquartered in Chicago, the firm employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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