Supply Chain Intern (Summer 2027)

About the Role

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Supply Chain Intern for Summer 2027. This role involves project-based assignments focused on procurement, planning, production scheduling, materials management, supplier quality, supplier development, commodity management, and logistics. You will collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and mission operations to address supply chain challenges related to autonomous surface vessel production.

Key Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional supply chain projects spanning procurement, planning, production scheduling, materials management, supplier quality, supplier development, commodity management, and logistics.
• Assist buyers and planners with purchase order creation, expediting, and supplier follow-up to ensure on-time delivery of parts and materials.
• Build and maintain data trackers and dashboards to monitor supplier performance, on-time delivery, inventory levels, and material shortages.
• Support production scheduling by aligning material availability with build plans and program timelines.
• Assist with supplier quality initiatives, including tracking non-conformances, corrective action requests, and supplier scorecards.
• Contribute to supplier development activities such as capacity assessments, onboarding new suppliers, and documenting supplier capabilities.
• Support commodity management research, including should-cost analysis, market and spend analysis, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist with shipment tracking, inbound and outbound coordination, and documentation across transportation modes.
• Analyze inventory and materials data to identify trends, shortages, or process improvement opportunities.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and present findings or recommendations.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel; familiarity with data visualization or ERP/MRP tools is a plus.
• Interest in defense, aerospace, maritime, or advanced manufacturing industries.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
• Prior internship, coursework, or project experience in supply chain, operations, or manufacturing is a plus, but not required.

Work Details

• This role requires full-time in-office presence (40 hours/week) from May through August 2027.
• Location: Austin, TX, or Franklin, LA.
• This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking within the office.
• Manual dexterity to operate computer equipment.
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally.