Supply Chain Management Intern, Summer 2026

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Job Description

• Assist in responding to basic customer inquiries regarding order status and coordinate with the team to resolve delivery issues.
• Assist with supplier management activities related to U.S. Government contracts and solicitations, gaining experience with compliance requirements.
• Track the movement of parts through the lifecycle using relevant systems and documentation.
• Assist in preparing for and participating in supplier meetings, documenting action items, and following up on development initiatives.
• Interface with program and customer information management systems, learning to extract and analyze data.
• Assist in coordinating efforts between Supply Chain, Engineering, Program, Warehouse, Finance, and Contracts teams on various projects.
• Support the identification of potential alternative suppliers to address part obsolescence, under the guidance of senior team members.
• Support the evaluation of supplier capabilities through data gathering and research. Assist in tracking supplier development plans and their effectiveness.
• Support the assessment of supplier risks and the development of mitigation strategies, learning about risk management in a supply chain context.
• Identify and recommend potential process improvements within the procurement function.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must be a student enrolled full-time at an accredited college/university and planning to be enrolled full-time in the Fall of 2026.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Finance, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated interest in contracts, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Basic understanding of supply chain concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel pivot tables, data visualization software).
• Experience interacting with customers, suppliers, or vendors (e.g., through customer service, sales, or relevant projects).
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Experience working both independently and as part of a team.
• Coursework or projects related to: Negotiation, Sourcing, Contract Management.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $40658 - $54841 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.