Procurement Maintenance Intern

Job Summary Applicants for this position must be located within a one-hour drive of Lancaster, PA at the time of internship to be considered. Clark Associates is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Procurement Maintenance Intern within our Procurement Operations department to help build and maintain automation solutions and tools along with supporting process improvement and project management functions across the department. This full-time internship is based in Lancaster, PA, for candidates within a one-hour driving radius. As an intern, you'll play a hands-on role in building and running automated workflows, developing reporting dashboards, and troubleshooting issues that affect department efficiency. You'll help maintain existing tools, assess current projects for opportunities to improve, and support the rollout of better processes and platforms. Your work will directly impact how efficiently the department operates and how effectively teams collaborate and track progress. Interns at Clark enjoy a high degree of autonomy and work closely with department leaders. You'll also benefit from our robust training program, which includes: Campus and warehouse tours, Team shadowing and mentorship, and Soft-skill and hard-skill development. This is a great opportunity to gain real-world experience in a fast-paced, data-driven environment while making meaningful contributions to our operations. Click here to learn more about our internship program. Responsibilities Building and maintaining automated workflows using Power Automate to reduce manual tasksDesigning and updating reports and dashboards in Power BIRunning and managing existing tools leveraged for department efficienciesTroubleshooting discrepancies and working with the department to resolve issuesAssessing current projects for efficiency and helping determine the best tools to leverage, such as AsanaSupporting general project management work, including tracking timelines, deliverables, and status updatesUsing AI tools to support development, troubleshooting, and process improvementPartnering with teams to identify manual or inefficient processes that could be automated Physical Requirements Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer.Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs. Remote Work Qualifications Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks.Access to a home router and modem.A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible).A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment.The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, or WY). H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only. Experience Familiar with automation, reporting, or process improvement conceptsAmbitious, hardworking, and eager to learnA creative and strategic thinker with a collaborative mindsetComfortable managing multiple tasks and prioritizing effectively Education This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else. Desired Traits & Skills Strong in analytical and critical thinking, with the ability to troubleshoot basic issues independentlyAn effective communicator with excellent attention to detail and organizational skillsProficient in Microsoft Excel and able to quickly learn internal systems and reporting toolsExperience or interest in Power Automate, Power BI, or similar automation and data visualization toolsExperience or interest in project management tools such as Asana is a plusFamiliarity with AI tools like Copilot, ChatGPT, or Claude to support productivity and problem solvingCoursework, certifications, or personal projects involving automation, data analytics, SQL, or related tools is a plusStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detail for troubleshooting discrepancies Company Overview A rapidly growing, multi-divisional company headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with services supporting all of Clark’s distribution methods in the food service industry. Benefits 401(k) matchingEmployee Assistance ProgramCompany Discounts Available at HQ Locations Only On-Site Fitness CentersDog-friendly Offices