Copeland - Procurement Internship, application via RippleMatch

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Procurement Internship

Location - Sidney OH and St. Louis, MO

Spring 2026: Jan 5 - May 11, Summer 2026: May 18-Aug 14, Fall 2026: Aug 17-Dec 18

 

Shape a Sustainable Future with Copeland

At Copeland, we’re driven by purpose and powered by people. Our Internship Program gives you the opportunity to gain real-world experience while contributing to innovative, sustainable solutions that make a difference for people and the planet. As an intern, you’ll be immersed in meaningful work, supported by expert mentors, and empowered to explore your potential across multiple areas of our business.

This is a 3-4 month paid learning experience where you’ll have the chance to connect with other interns and engage with leaders across Copeland. You’ll work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to helping you grow—both personally and professionally. From day one, you’ll contribute your ideas, build meaningful skills, and take part in hands-on projects that make a real impact on our business and the world around us.

 

What to Expect

• Real projects with real impact—from day one

• Mentorship from leaders who are invested in your growth

• Opportunities to explore multiple departments and career paths

• A culture built on collaboration, innovation, and inclusion

Ready to build what's next—for your future and the world? Join us at Copeland!

 

The Team & Role  

Join a global procurement team managing over $2B in direct material spend across six business units and seven core categories. As a Procurement Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and data analytics while working with a team of 80+ commodity managers around the world. 

 

Key Responsibilities & Your Day-to-Day   

• Support supplier research, benchmarking, and qualification efforts. 

• Analyze spend data and supplier performance to support sourcing decisions. 

• Assist with RFQs, supplier scorecards, and category strategy presentations. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in engineering, operations, and finance. 

• Participate in global procurement meetings and strategic initiatives. 

• Help maintain ERP data and support compliance documentation. 

 

What You Bring 

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP); Power BI or Tableau is a plus. 

• Exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) or procurement platforms (Ariba, Coupa) is a bonus. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. 

• Curiosity, initiative, and a passion for global supply chains and sourcing strategy. 

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or related field. 

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Anticipated Graduation of December 2026 or May 2027

• Legal authorization to work in the United States – Sponsorship will not be provided for this role

 

Why Copeland?

• Conversion focused program offering competitive compensation and benefits

• Flexible dress code and collaborative work environment 

• Access to social, networking, and professional development events

• Relocation assistance may be provided to program participants who reside more than 51 miles from the internship location.

 

Work Authorization 

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.