Materials Internship (Summer, 2026)

Company Description

We are BEKUM America Corporation, the world’s leading designer and builder of extrusion blow molding machines. We are proud of our legacy, our accomplishments and our worldwide reputation for excellence and innovation. We recognize that our employees are key to our success and we believe in mentoring, tutoring and further developing our employees. We know PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE!

Job Description

This internship offers hands-on exposure to multiple operational functions including purchasing, production control, logistics, and inventory management.

The intern will work closely with team members across departments to learn how materials flow through the organization and how these functions collaborate to support manufacturing operations. This role also provides a unique opportunity to participate in initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency as the organization expands its use of the Infor System21 ERP system to reduce paper-based processes and optimize workflows.

This position is ideal for students interested in supply chain, logistics, materials management, or operations within a manufacturing environment.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist the Materials team with day-to-day administrative and operational tasks
• Support purchasing activities including purchase order tracking and supplier communication
• Assist with production control functions such as reviewing schedules, material availability, and order status
• Help coordinate logistics activities including shipments, inventory movement, and documentation
• Participate in projects related to improving efficiency through enhanced use of the company’s ERP system
• Support efforts to reduce paper-based processes and improve digital documentation workflows
• Collect and organize data to support reporting and operational decision-making
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand how materials planning, purchasing, and production work together
• Perform general administrative support for the Materials and Operations team as needed.

Learning Opportunities

During this internship, students will gain exposure to:

• Manufacturing supply chain operations
• Materials planning and purchasing processes
• Production scheduling and coordination
• Logistics and inventory management
• ERP systems used in manufacturing operations
• Cross-functional collaboration within an industrial manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Materials Management, Operations Management, Business, or a related field
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel preferred)
• Interest in manufacturing operations and supply chain processes
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

Preferred (Not Required)

• Previous internship, coursework, or projects related to supply chain or logistics
• Exposure to ERP systems or business systems
• Interest in manufacturing or industrial operations

Additional Information

Bekum America Corporation offers a total compensation package that emphasizes the health and wellbeing of our diverse workforce, and encourages work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits suite aligns with our belief that people are at the center of our success and should be valued as such.

Bekum America offers full medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability, tuition assistance, paid holidays, competitive vacation package, 401 (K) with company match and profit sharing, increases tied to performance, and a path for continued training and development.

Bekum America Corporation reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.

Your contact person for this position:

Amber Stein, HR Manager, (517) 655-7126, [email protected]>