Purchasing Intern- Summer 2026- Farmington Hills, MI

Location(s): Farmington Hills, MI

Job Schedule: Full-time, 12 week program

Degree Level: Senior or Master's degree

Preferred Degree: Supply Chain, Business, or Purchasing related degree

Sponsorship: Not available

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We are currently looking for a Purchasing Intern to join our team in Farmington Hills, MI.

A Day in the Life:

• Support sourcing, cost reduction, supplier claims initiatives by analyzing data and preparing actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with managers, buyers, and cross-functional teams to gather and validate data for strategic decision-making.
• Assist in negotiating commodity pricing and developing strategic sourcing plans for assigned commodities.
• Track and report progress on sourcing/monitors activities, cost savings, and process improvements.
• Prepare presentations and maintain purchasing records to ensure accurate and timely repo.

Who We’re Looking for:

Required:

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate/graduate degree program in Supply Chain, Business, or a Purchasing related degree
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Estimated travel required up to 10%
• Ability to perform work onsite in Farmington Hills, MI (in office 4 days with 1 remote day)

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Connection and Collaboration: We offer Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities for our employees to strengthen their relationships and meet people from similar and diverse backgrounds to foster a culture of belonging.

Professional Training and Development: Expand your knowledge and skills through Nissan’s rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms and leadership trainings.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.