What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer 2026 Procurement Internship position at Lensa?
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QTS' summer internship program will provide you first hand experience into the fast paced world of the data center industry by providing weekly lunch and learns, a comprehensive orientation program, and site based activities, socials and volunteering events. Every intern will be assigned initiatives tied to real QTS objectives helping with anything pertaining to the whole life-cycle of a data center build and/or company operations.
Procurement Intern
The Procurement Intern will provide direct impact to a variety of initiatives impacting the business. This procurement team handles information across all vendors, sites, and services associates with QTS. They are also managing QTS' major procurement system as far as design, auditing, and streamlining. Responsibilities will include but aren't limited to:
The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:
Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)
Know Your Rights (Spanish)
The Pay Transparency Policy Is Available Here
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
It's exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history- and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.
As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.
At QTS, we are Powered by People . Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we're achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.
And we'd like to invite you to join us.
In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:
QTS' summer internship program will provide you first hand experience into the fast paced world of the data center industry by providing weekly lunch and learns, a comprehensive orientation program, and site based activities, socials and volunteering events. Every intern will be assigned initiatives tied to real QTS objectives helping with anything pertaining to the whole life-cycle of a data center build and/or company operations.
Procurement Intern
The Procurement Intern will provide direct impact to a variety of initiatives impacting the business. This procurement team handles information across all vendors, sites, and services associates with QTS. They are also managing QTS' major procurement system as far as design, auditing, and streamlining. Responsibilities will include but aren't limited to:
- Participate in field management within procurement systems
- Design, advance, or audit reporting tools and dashboards
- Assist in the preparation and processing of purchase orders and requisitions.
- Support the evaluation of supplier quotes and proposals.
- Maintain and update supplier information and procurement records.
- Help track inventory levels and monitor stock requirements.
- Collaborate with the procurement team to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or similar degree program
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint for presentations and Excel for data analysis and budgeting.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Must be a US Citizen
- Current full-time enrollment in one of QTS's partner institutions (listed below) or a Blackstone Launchpad (https://www.blackstone.com/our-impact/blackstone-launchpad/) affiliate school:
- Auburn University
- Kansas State University
- Georgia State University
- Southern Adventist University
- Texas A&M University
- University of Kansas
- Previous internship or co-op experience in construction, finance, technology, HR, facilities engineering, or related industries.
- Experience with data analysis tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
- Experience with programming languages like Python, Java, etc.
- Involvement in community activities outside of schoolwork (athletics, clubs, volunteering, part-time employment).
The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:
Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)
Know Your Rights (Spanish)
The Pay Transparency Policy Is Available Here
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
It's exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history- and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.
As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.
At QTS, we are Powered by People . Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we're achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.
And we'd like to invite you to join us.
In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:
- Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
- Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
- Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
- 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
- Pet and Legal Insurance
- Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
- Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
- Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
- Military Benefits Package
- QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
- QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
- QTS Crisis Fund
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
