Procurement Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Procurement Intern - Summer 2027 located at the Columbus General Office, York Operations Center in Various/Negotiable, Nebraska. The position reports to the Procurement Supervisor and closes December 4 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. Under the direction of the Procurement Supervisor, the incumbent will assist with the procurement of materials and services in an efficient and cost‑effective manner and in accordance with NPPD policies and procedures in support of business unit needs. The role also provides financial, administrative and clerical support to the District.

Responsibilities

• Work with internal customers to coordinate ensuring material and service procurements meet existing specifications.
• Perform research and incorporate existing requirements into new procurement documents.
• Conduct purchasing activities exercising sound judgement in compliance with the appropriate codes, standards, or commitments.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal customers and key suppliers, focusing on cost savings and assuring on‑time delivery of acceptable parts and services.
• Calculate, post business transactions, process invoices, verify financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records and provide clerical support necessary to pay the obligation of the organization.
• Clarify any questionable invoice items and obtain proper information and/or data regarding invoice payments.
• Work with the Buyer/Specialist for resolution on various items such as correct PO number, correct vendor, and sales tax questions.
• Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in an accredited two‑year or four‑year college/university carrying a minimum of 12 semester units/credits or 8 quarter units with freshman, sophomore, junior or senior standing.
• Major in accounting, business, finance, management or supply chain; must maintain enrollment.
• Junior or senior status is preferred.
• Students in Associate Programs who plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree will be considered if they can demonstrate a 4‑year plan.
• The internship/training must be in the student’s field of study.
• College credit may apply to some internships.

Skills

• Customer Focus
• Employees & Teamwork / Diversity & Inclusion
• Integrity / Excellence
• Public Service / Environmental Stewardship
• Safety

Pay

Pay Grade – 99 Hourly Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $2