Sourcing Intern

Fictiv Exists to Enable Hardware Innovators to Build Better Products, Faster

Fictiv exists
to help product innovators create.

Fictiv is a global manufacturing and supply chain company that enables organizations to scale globally across Fictiv’s four global manufacturing centers in India, Mexico, China, and the U.S.. Companies use Fictiv to access high-quality production, optimize supply chain logistics, and mitigate supply chain risk—ensuring they can move from prototype to full-scale manufacturing with speed and confidence. To date, Fictiv has delivered more than 35 million commercial and prototype parts for industries such as aerospace, robotics, automotive, climate tech, and more, helping them innovate faster, free up precious resources, and drive profitable growth.

Impact in this Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sourcing Intern to join our Strategic Sourcing team. In this role, you will support the team in identifying, evaluating, and managing suppliers to ensure we secure the best quality, cost, and delivery terms for the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and supply chain operations.

You will report to the Lead of Strategic Sourcing.

Areas of Responsibility:

Supplier Research & Identification: 

1. Assist in researching and identifying potential new suppliers/vendors across various categories.
2. Request for Quotation (RFQ) Support: Help prepare and distribute RFQs (Request for Quote), and RFIs (Request for Information) to prospective suppliers.
3.  Supplier Database Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records in the procurement system, including contact information, pricing agreements, and performance documentation.
4. Market Research: Conduct market analysis to stay informed about industry trends, commodity pricing, and potential supply chain risks.
5. Purchase Order (PO) Support: Assist in issuing purchase orders and tracking order status to ensure timely delivery.
6. Vendor Communication: Serve as a point of contact for administrative follow-ups with suppliers regarding documentation, pricing clarifications, or delivery schedules.

Desired Traits:

1. Class of 2027, currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in International Economics and Trade, Business Administration, Management, Economics or related major.
2. Written & Spoken English skills, CET-6 is preferred.
3. Willing to learn.
4. Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions.

About Fictiv

Fictiv is transforming how the next rockets, self-driving cars, and life-saving robots are designed, developed, and delivered to customers around the world. People who succeed at Fictiv are talented, creative, and driven to achieve professional excellence and support our vision to help product innovators create.

We’re actively seeking teammates who:

• Bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company. 
• Excel at being part of a strong, empathetic team.
• Thrive in an environment emphasizing respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth.
• Have an ‘always learning’ mindset that celebrates learning, not just wins. 
• Help us continue to build a world-class organization that values the contributions of all of our teammates

We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.