What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Summer Intern position at Day & Zimmermann Company?
We're looking for a Supply Chain Intern to join our American Ordnance team located in Middletown, IA for Summer 2026. As a Supply Chain Intern, you will work closely with the Supply Chain team, assisting with various projects and daily tasks related to procurement and sourcing.
- Learn the basic principles of indirect sourcing and procurement, including spend analysis, supplier selection, and contract negotiation.
- Facilitate the execution and review of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
- Verify Supplier Insurance Coverage. Ensure compliance with JCP and SAMl government regulations.
- Participate in peer review and Purchase Order Audits. Assist with purchase order processing and tracking.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong knowledge of creating reports and Excel formulas/shortcuts preferred.
- Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple ongoing tasks, manage to deadlines, and explore potential solutions.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Mindset of curiosity and interested in learning more about Supply Chain and supportive in understanding the needs of the team/the groups they are partnered with.
- Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
- Must possess a valid REAL ID-compliant drivers license, which includes the gold or black star in the upper corner, indicating it is federally compliant.
- Great attitude and team player.
- Successful completion of background and drug screening process.
To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job, you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks, with or without a reasonable accommodation:
- Manual Dexterity (e.g. picking, pinching, typing, or other working that uses fingers)
- Hearing
- Talking
- Capacity to think, concentrate and focus for long periods of time.
- Ability to read complex documents in the English language.
- Capacity to reason and make sound decisions.
- Ability to write complex documents in the English language.
- Capacity to express thoughts orally.
- Ability to regularly perform all job functions at Company's office or work site.
In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $22.00 - $ 24.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).
We care about our employees and it shows! Our staff receive a competitive salary and a 401(k).
Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws.
Salary : $22 - $24