Purchasing Intern (Summer 2026)
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Job Location:
Dodge Center, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 18 - 37
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About McNeilus an Oshkosh Company
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing Inc. is committed to serving everyday heroes and is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of refuse truck bodies. McNeilus produces a complete line of high-performance rear load front load and automated side load refuse bodies to augment any refuse collection fleet. Our team members are critical in our mission of supporting waste warriors and keeping communities safe and clean.
SUMMARY
The Purchasing Intern will work cross-functionally across the divisions purchasing operations and engineering groups to develop and implement the procurement strategy of assigned goods and services from our global supply base. This individual will have a positive influence on the organizations sourcing requirements through lean thinking problem solving negotiating communicating and stakeholder leadership to meet the department divisional and corporate goals.
YOUR IMPACT
- Assist in the areas of Strategic Purchasing Global Sourcing and Operations.
- Participate in strategic sourcing activities to include:
1. Understanding commodity landscape.
2. Research and identify new potential sources.
3. Gather and compile necessary information to request quotes.
4. Analyze quotes and recommend sourcing plan.
5. Negotiate long term agreements.
- Lead initiatives to improve delivery quality cost and risk amongst supply chain.
- Sustain supplier partnerships by maintaining regular communication with supply base.
- Develop data analytics tool(s) to streamline decision-making capabilities.
- Provide support to Buyers and Purchasing Agents in the procurement of goods and services from suppliers.
*Job duties will vary depending on business unit and location of internship
This internship is full-time 40 hours per week during the summer of 2026
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Studentworking towards a Bachelors Degree in Business Accounting/Finance Operations Management Economics Industrial Engineering or related field for entire duration of internship.
- Willing to travel or relocate to Dodge Center MN for the Summer of 2026 (relocation assistance provided for those with a permanent address of greater than 50 miles from Dodge Center MN)
STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS
- GPA of 3.0 or greater
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working independently and efficiently.
- Ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
WHY OSHKOSH
Moving the future forward is our priority and this includes your future. We encourage professional development and champion our employees success through various skills and training opportunities. Named one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for six consecutive years everything we do at Oshkosh is guided by our core values and the 15k team members around the world who embody them.
We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.
Pay Range:
$18.00 - $37.00The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range individual pay is determined by various factors including the scope and responsibilities of the role the candidates experience education and skills as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.
Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process please contact us at
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporations legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be U.S. Persons as defined in these regulations. Generally a U.S. Person is a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
At Oshkosh, we build some of the industry's toughest specialty trucks and access equipment. And while machines are our business, it’s about building, protecting and serving communities across the world.
