Purchasing Intern

Employment Type: Intern

Division: Purchasing

Department: Purchasing

Salary Range: $23-$28/hr

The Purchasing Intern supports the Purchasing team in managing bids, evaluating cost comparisons, tracking budgets, issuing purchase orders, and maintaining vendor relationships. This role provides hands-on experience in subcontractor prequalification, bid analysis, and contract management.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Prequalify subcontractors and vendors.
• Evaluate cost estimates and pricing proposals.
• Solicit bids from qualified vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare and issue complete bid packages.
• Review, evaluate, and de-scope submitted bids.
• Award material purchase agreements (MPAs) and subcontractor packages.
• Draft subcontracts and MPAs in alignment with project requirements.
• Support timely and accurate project buyouts.
• Identify appropriate bid lists for each scope of work.
• Verify subcontractor insurance coverage, bonding capabilities, and EMR (Experience Modification Rate) before contract award.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the team.

Key Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective time management with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.

Required Experience

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Preference given to students studying Civil Engineering or other construction-related disciplines.
• Demonstrated interest in construction procurement and the building industry.