Intern, Procurement

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history: a vehicle dating back to 1960 that forged the path for generations of rugged SUVs and trucks. But Scout is more than a brand; it's a legacy rooted in exploration, caretaking, respect, and hard work. 

Scout Motors 2027 Internship Program 

As an intern, you'll join a team honoring the Scout legacy by reimagining an iconic American brand with modern innovation, respect for people and communities, and vehicles designed to work just as well on the job, at the campsite, or in everyday life. Our program gives current undergraduate and graduate students who live in our local market hands-on experience with talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams. You'll take on meaningful projects aligned with Scout's goals, applying your academic knowledge to real-world challenges under the mentorship of our leaders. 

• Schedule: The 10-week program is anticipated to run Monday, June 7, 2027 to Friday, August 13, 2027 
• This role is fully on-site, 5 days per week, at our Scout Motors location in Charlotte, North Carolina. 
• The responsibilities of this role require regular attendance at in-person meetings and events. 
• Housing, Relocation & Sponsorship: Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation. Scout Motors does not provide housing assistance, relocation, or visa sponsorship for internship positions. 

About the Team 

At Scout Motors, how we build matters just as much as what we build. That starts with the parts we choose, the partners we work with, and the systems that keep everything moving. The Procurement & Supply Chain team makes that happen. They ensure we have the right materials, from the right suppliers, at the right time—without compromising on quality. In this role, you’ll manage sourcing, supplier relationships, and logistics, helping keep production on track as we grow. You’ll work across teams to balance cost, quality, and reliability, and make decisions that directly affect what we deliver to customers. This is hands-on, high-impact work. What you do connects directly to the factory floor and, ultimately, to the experience customers have with our vehicles. If you enjoy solving complex problems, building strong partnerships, and making things run smoothly, you’ll find a good fit here. 

Team placement and project scope are discussed during the interview process. 

Daily Responsibilities of the Internship Program include 

Responsibilities vary by team. Depending on placement, you may:  

• Support sourcing activities, including tracking sourcing decisions, supplier readiness, and the supplier request (RFx) process 
• Monitor engineering change requests through to closure, analyzing impacts on components, timelines, and supplier schedules 
• Assist with forecasting parts availability for prototype and pre-production builds, and prepare readiness reports covering supply risks, constraints, and mitigation plans 
• Maintain dashboards and trackers, and analyze data sets to identify trends, risks, or bottlenecks affecting project timelines 
• Facilitate internal and external workshops for idea generation, tracking, and implementation, including sessions with suppliers and consulting partners 
• Translate top goals and KPIs into actionable plans, and support benchmarking activities such as competitive teardown analysis 
• Prepare management presentations, weekly tracking reports, and summaries of findings for cross-functional stakeholders 
• Support preparation and execution of supplier negotiations 
• Contribute to process improvement through automation, visualization, and standardization of internal templates and tools 
• Communicate with cross-functional teams across Engineering, Program Management, and Quality to consolidate inputs and status updates 
• Your specific project will be defined with your manager at the start of the internship. 

What you'll bring 

As a Scout, live our values through your actions every day: 

• Lead with Respect – You listen well, communicate with care, and treat everyone with dignity. 
• Move with Intent – You act with purpose, stay focused, and bring discipline to your work. 
• Figure It Out – You're curious, resourceful, and resilient when facing challenges or ambiguity. 
• Go Together – You collaborate naturally, build strong relationships, and help the team succeed as one. 
• Step Up – You take initiative, embrace responsibility, and lean into opportunities to contribute. 
• Make It Matter – You take pride in the details, deliver quality, and aim for meaningful impact. 
• Enjoy It – You bring positivity, enthusiasm, and energy that makes the workday better for everyone. 

In addition to living our Scout values, you'll also bring: 

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
• Ability to work on-site at your assigned Scout Motors location for the full duration of the program 
• Strong interest in rugged SUVs and trucks, automotive innovation, and sustainable transportation 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally 
• Comfort with change and flexibility in a fast-paced, high-growth environment 
• A detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven mindset 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools is preferred 

What you'll gain 

• A head start on your career with hands-on experience 
• The chance to work alongside talented professionals on innovative projects that help bring best-in-class rugged SUVs and trucks to market 
• An impact on products that will revolutionize the automotive industry 

Growth in your skills and a broader knowledge of the automotive industry 

This is a paid internship program.

Hourly pay rate = $20 per hour

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