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IT Procurement Intern (Summer 2027)

Clarios · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you coordinated a project with several people who had different priorities.

What they are checking: Ability to keep work moving with Legal, Finance and business stakeholders who each need to sign off.

How do you stay organized when you are tracking many requests and deadlines at once?

What they are checking: Organization habits that keep purchase orders, renewals and records accurate and on time.

Tell me about a time you found a way to save money or time on a project.

What they are checking: A natural eye for savings and efficiency, which is the main value procurement provides.

Why does IT procurement interest you, and what do you hope to learn this summer?

What they are checking: Genuine interest in the field and realistic goals for a summer internship in Milwaukee.

What would you do

A business team wants to start using a tool before the contract is approved. What would you do?

What they are checking: Understanding of procurement compliance and the tact to hold the line without alienating the team.

About the work

If you were comparing two SaaS proposals for the same tool, what would you look at beyond the price?

What they are checking: Whether they think about licensing models, contract terms and risk, not just the headline cost.

What do you think IT Security and Data Privacy would want to know before Clarios signs with a new AI supplier?

What they are checking: Awareness that AI and software purchases carry data and security risks procurement must surface.

How would you go about benchmarking what other companies pay for a common software license?

What they are checking: Practical research skills for spend analysis and supplier benchmarking that support cost savings.

The posting mentions using Copilot for research. How have you used AI tools for research, and how do you check their answers?

What they are checking: Whether they use AI tools well while verifying the output instead of trusting it blindly.

What do you know about the difference between a purchase requisition and a purchase order?

What they are checking: Basic grasp of the procure-to-pay process the intern will support every day.

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The full job description

As published by Clarios.

What You Will Do • Support the sourcing, contracting, and renewal activities for software, SaaS, IT services, and AI technology suppliers. • Assist with supplier onboarding, purchase requisitions, purchase order creation, invoice payment assurance and procurement process compliance activities. • Coordinate with Legal, IT Security, Data Privacy, Finance, Risk Management and business stakeholders to facilitate supplier reviews and contract approvals. • Conduct market research, spend analysis, and supplier benchmarking to support strategic sourcing and cost optimization initiatives. Be proficient in using CoPilot for research efforts. How You Will Do It • Analyze supplier proposals, pricing, contract terms, and licensing models to identify risks, savings opportunities, and commercial recommendations. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements, track project milestones, and ensure timely completion of procurement deliverables. • Maintain procurement records, contract documentation, supplier data, and reporting metrics using enterprise procurement and contract management systems. • Apply strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality support to internal customers and suppliers. What We Look For • Currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university • Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Information Systems Management, Data Analytics, and/or related field. • Ability to be in the greater Milwaukee area in the summer. • Duration: Summer 2027. Up to 40 hours per week. • Working Arrangements: Hybrid internship – must have a quiet workspace away from interruptions, with the option to work in the office. Be able to maintain regular contact with the supervisor/team via virtual methods. • PLEASE NOTE that applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future. #LI-CC1 What you get: • Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership • HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility • Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction. Who we are: Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities. Veterans/Military Spouses: We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics. Equal Employment Opportunity: We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report . We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law. A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process. To All Recruitment Agencies : Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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