College Intern - Summer 2027 - Procurement & Supply Chain
Lifetime Benefit Solutions, Inc. · Binghamton, NY · 1 mo ago
Management$18/hrVolunteer
About the role
The Summer College Internship Program is a 10‑week paid internship that provides undergraduate and graduate students with development workshops, networking opportunities, and mentorship while they work on meaningful projects. Interns can participate in skills‑based tracks such as Business Administration, Information Technology, Actuarial, Human Resources, Analytics & Data, Communications, Finance, Marketing & Sales, Project Management, Clinical Studies, Customer Experience, Digital Operations, and other technical or non‑technical degree programs.
Responsibilities
- Support Request for Proposal/Information (RFP/I) activities, evaluate vendors and spend categories, and lead sourcing initiatives by identifying new competitive suppliers.
- Compile and report on supply chain spend analytics; learn new tasks daily while developing interpersonal and communication skills.
- Create and deliver a presentation upon completion of the internship.
- Work with a mentor and support key strategic projects.
- Complete work assignments based on business needs, departmental priorities, and individual qualifications.
- Perform a mix of technical and/or non‑technical tasks covering a broad range of business‑related projects.
- Demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the Lifetime Healthcare Companies' mission and values, adhering to the Corporate Code of Conduct, and upholding the Lifetime Way values and beliefs.
- Maintain confidentiality and protect member privacy in accordance with company policies.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Perform other functions as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Desired majors/degree programs: Business & Management (e.g., Finance, Actuarial, Accounting, Management, Marketing, Supply Chain Management) or similar programs.
- High school diploma with proof of continuous full‑time undergraduate or graduate enrollment.
- Good academic standing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with technical and non‑technical audiences and staff at all levels.
- Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment while delivering high‑quality work.
- Strong team player; ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
- Proven ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain attention to detail.
- Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
- Demonstrated organizational, analytical, problem‑solving, and prioritization skills.
- Proactive, creative, and flexible approach to completing assigned tasks.
- Commitment to continuous improvement of skills and team functioning.
- Self‑motivated; able to work independently and on intra‑ and inter‑departmental teams as needed.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience using desktop computers in a professional business environment.
Skills
- Effective communication (technical and non‑technical audiences)
- Team collaboration and relationship building
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Organizational and time management
- Analytical and problem‑solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Adaptability to fast‑paced environments
- Presentation development and delivery
Benefits
- Paid 10‑week summer internship
- Development workshops focused on key business concepts
- Networking opportunities with professionals across the organization
- Mentorship from assigned managers
- Exposure to multiple functional tracks (technical and non‑technical)
Pay
Compensation range: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour.
Schedule
10‑week summer internship from the first Monday in June to the second Friday in August, up to 40 hours per week.