Title: Supply Chain Internship Location: Oak Ridge, TN Department: Procurement Job Id: 518

of Openings: 1

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) provides expert management consulting, program and project management, and technical consulting services to government and private-sector clients. SMSI has built a strong reputation for client-focused performance, delivering innovative solutions and measurable results that help clients achieve their goals, meet critical commitments, and successfully reach key milestones. Job Summary SMSI is looking for a summer intern to support our Supply Chain team in a full-time capacity. The intern will benefit from hands-on experience, technical training, mentoring from professional staff, and working within a positive team environment. The internship will run from May of 2027 – August of 2027. Responsibilities * Support the supply chain team in sourcing suppliers and obtaining competitive quotations. * Conduct market research and supplier analysis to identify potential vendors and cost-saving opportunities. * Assist with preparing purchase orders, supplier evaluations, and contract documentation. * Help monitor supplier performance and ensure timely delivery of goods and services. * Support the tracking and reporting of key procurement metrics (e.g., spend analysis, supplier performance). * Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the procurement function. * Additional tasks and responsibilities as required to support the procurement function. Required Skills/ Abilities * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Ability to apply technical skills to meet project demands. * Solve problems independently with some direction. * Works effectively in a team environment. * Positive attitude and a good work ethic. * Self-motivated to meet deadlines. * Attention to details and ability to contribute to a positive work environment * Demonstrates drive to achieve goals * Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools including Word, Excel and Outlook * The candidate must be US Citizen. * The candidate must have an active Real ID driver’s license for badging and onboarding. Education Students must be enrolled at an accredited university, with the goal of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in: Supply Chain. Students must be entering their Junior, or Senior, year in school beginning fall of 2026; or be enrolled in a master’s program for fall of 2027. Equal Opportunity Employer Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.