Supply Chain Student Experience - Spring 2027

About the role

Bobcat’s student program is an opportunity created to empower young professionals. Whether you’re looking for on the job experience, testing the waters in a desired career path, or hoping for a foot in the door with us, we have an experience designed specifically for you and your aspirations. As a Co-op or Intern you will be presented the tools to further your professional development, apply your schooling to real-world projects, and gain hands-on experience while completing your undergrad degree.

Co-op: An 8-month long opportunity. Co-op positions are a full-time employment experience and fully immerse you into the worlds of corporate and production industry as a full-time team member.

Internship: A semester-long opportunity. Internship positions are a part-time employment experience with the opportunity to extend multiple semesters. Interns tap into the foundations of our corporate and production industries.

Co-op and Intern opportunities span across 18 of Bobcat’s different functions.

Responsibilities

Material Planning

• Plan, schedule, and order parts to meet build schedule requirements
• Coordinate and implement Engineering Change Notices
• Minimize expediting time and freight costs (air and ground) for parts issues
• Manage past due purchase orders and work with Accounts Payable on supplier invoicing issues

Materials & Logistics

• Establish and monitor metrics relative to the local and regional supply chain
• Design, prototype and implement material flow and logistics options within the supply chain
• Design optimized models for inbound and outbound logistics networks
• Calculate manpower needs for supply chain segments

Sourcing

• Resolve tactical sourcing issues, assisting with improving material flow and supporting strategic initiatives
• Identify potential sources, gather quotes, evaluate supplier proposals and perform cost analysis
• Participate in the world class VA (Value Add) process working collaboratively with Product Engineering
• Support and participate in negotiations and contract development with outside suppliers

Requirements

• Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing seeking a degree in Business, Engineering, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• Be able to commit to Bobcat for the entire term of the co-op (8 months) or internship (4 months)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Team player, fast learner, and adaptable to change
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• A self-starter who digs into problems independently and looks for limited guidance
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to follow written instructions

Student Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Gain experience on real-life projects
• Work directly with skilled professionals at a global company
• Attend student-specific events tied to personal and professional development and full-time careers, as well as networking opportunities
• Opportunity to give back through organized Company-sponsored community service events
• First access to full-time career opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for co-op/internship related courses up to $1,400 for a 3-credit course
• Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursements
• Relocation reimbursements
• House-hunting or interview travel reimbursements
• Monthly $250 stipend