Maintenance Intern

MAHLE is a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, focused on making mobility more efficient, environmentally friendly, convenient, and economical. As part of our dual strategy, we work on the intelligent combustion engine for hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels, as well as technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility. With sales of €11.3 billion in 2025 and nearly 65,000 employees across 127 production locations and 11 technology centers in 28 countries, MAHLE is shaping the future of mobility.

About the role

The Maintenance Intern provides administrative and purchasing support to ensure timely processing of purchase requisitions and purchase orders while supporting maintenance part inventory and vendor scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Create and submit purchase requisitions (PRs) in SAP accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor the status of purchase requisitions and follow up with approvers to ensure prompt approval and release.
• Coordinate with buyers to ensure purchase orders (POs) are created and processed within required timelines.
• Communicate professionally with vendors via phone and email regarding procurement-related inquiries, order status, and delivery schedules.
• Set up and maintain maintenance part records in company systems, ensuring accurate descriptions and data entry.
• Manage and track maintenance parts inventory levels to support operational requirements.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Industrial Maintenance and/or Industrial Electricity certifications preferred.
• Completion of a maintenance apprenticeship program is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Previous experience in administrative support, purchasing, procurement, inventory control, or customer service preferred.
• SAP experience with purchasing and inventory management processes highly desirable; exposure to Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, perform basic inventory and purchasing calculations, follow up on open items, and maintain accurate records.

Benefits

• Collaborative environment with exciting assignments.
• Ongoing personal and career development opportunities.

MAHLE is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visas.

Functional area: Facility Management
Department: BU3 Lifecycle and Mobility
Location: Olive Branch, MS, US, 38654
Company: MAHLE Aftermarket (US) OB
Schedule: Full Time
Entry level: Internship