Purchasing Intern

The Purchasing Intern will provide administrative support to the Purchasing Department. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Assisting with agreements and contracts, maintaining contract and insurance files and equipment, vehicle and fuel card lists, supporting credit card reconciliation, and providing vendor research on goods/services. Composing and typing miscellaneous correspondence, administrative filing, creating simple MS Excel spreadsheets and letters using MS Word. Performing other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned. Current enrollment in a full‑time, accredited bachelor’s or graduate degree program and pursuing a degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain or a related field, with a current GPA of 2.0 or higher. Must have at least one year remaining in school. Ability to work up to 25 hours a week. Basic understanding of modern business practices and procedures, business letter writing and elements of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, punctuation, and mathematics. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others. A valid California Class "C" Driver’s License and proof of automobile insurance are required. Internship Details Internships intend to provide meaningful training and work experience for students pursuing academic studies related to the District’s mission and goals. Interns must submit proof of full‑time enrollment, class schedules, and grades each semester/quarter. Interns are not eligible for employee benefits. Interns are "at‑will" and can be terminated at the discretion of the Department Manager with or without cause and with or without prior notice. This is not a seasonal internship. Interns work year‑round. Physical Demands and Working Environment Standard office setting. Positions in this class typically require fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Incumbents require sufficient physical ability to work in an office setting; stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; operate office equipment including use of a computer keyboard; push, pull, lift, and/or carry light amounts of weight; verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; and to operate assigned equipment. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Schedule & Compensation Working hours must be during regular hours, Monday to Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM. No weekends. Part‑time internship; up to 20‑25 hours/week. Hourly Rate – Undergraduate: $20 per hour; Graduate: $25 per hour. Candidates will be required to pass a medical examination and background check. EOE. #J-18808-Ljbffr Orange County Water District