Procurement COE Intern - Summer 2027

Overview

Marzetti is seeking a Procurement COE Intern to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program!

Still in school but ready to start building your career? The Marzetti Summer Internship Program gives ambitious students the opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience while exploring where their career could take them after graduation.

Our internship program is designed to provide real-world experience aligned with your field of interest while also giving you exposure to other key areas of business. You’ll contribute to meaningful work, build valuable relationships, and develop skills that extend far beyond your resume.

Responsibilities

Nourish Your Career

Over the course of our 12-week program, our interns will gain:

• Practical Experience: Take ownership in meaningful projects and share innovative ideas to gain relevant experience in IT.
• Professional Development: Develop your professional network by connecting with colleagues, managers, and fellow interns through social activities, volunteer opportunities, and development sessions with company leadership.
• Career Advancement: Potential for part-time and full-time employment based on your performance and the company’s needs.

Essential Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

• Learn and document procurement business processes and identify opportunities for simplification or improvement.
• Analyze procurement and operational data to identify trends, exceptions, and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with Procurement, IT, Supply Chain, Finance, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders on cross-functional initiatives.
• Develop reports, analyses, or presentations that support procurement decision-making.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve procurement efficiency and decision-making
• Support Procurement Health Check Metrics by investigating exceptions, performing root-cause analysis, and assisting with corrective actions.

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program with a focus in: Supply Chain Management, Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office® applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis; familiarity with Power BI or similar tools is a plus
• Exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Basic understanding of supply chain or procurement concepts
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills demonstrated through extracurricular activities and/or work experience
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills
• Action-oriented with sound judgment, integrity, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution
• Resourceful, adaptable, and effective in navigating change and influencing others
• Works effectively both independently and in team settings