Procurement- Intern Location: Chicago, IL Program Dates: June 2027 – August 2027 Join AAR’s Procurement team at our global headquarters in Chicago for an immersive 10-week summer internship.
What you'll be responsible for:
- Spend 10 weeks gaining hands-on experience supporting Procurement and Supply Chain Finance activities, including spend analysis, cost tracking, budgeting support, and financial reporting related to sourcing and supplier management.
- Assist with monthly and quarterly reporting activities by preparing procurement-related financial reports, dashboards, and summary materials to support leadership decision-making.
- Support analysis of supplier spends cost drivers, pricing trends, and savings initiatives to help evaluate procurement performance and identify improvement opportunities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Procurement, Operations, and Supply Chain to understand business drivers, support purchasing decisions, and improve procurement and financial processes.
- Develop professional skills through mentorship, structured learning sessions, and exposure to financial systems, procurement tools, and best practices used within a global aerospace and defense organization.
- Build a strong foundation for a future career in Procurement, Supply Chain Finance, at AAR or within the broader business community.
Performance Objectives:
- Learning & Development: Participate in structured learning sessions and mentorship opportunities with procurement, supply chain, and finance leaders, as well as subject matter experts across the organization.
- Project Management: Take ownership of a meaningful procurement- or supply chain-related project, working independently and collaboratively to analyze data, develop insights, and present findings or recommendations to Procurement and Business Leadership.
- Business Acumen: Develop a strong understanding of how a global organization operates by learning key procurement and supply chain drivers, cost and supplier dynamics, and how procurement supports business strategy within the aerospace and defense industry.
What you need to be successful in the role:
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain or a related field preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate financial insights clearly.
Why Should You Apply?
- AAR will provide you with the tools, resources, and real-world experience needed to accelerate your professional growth in Procurement.
- Modern office environment with an on-site cafeteria and fitness center supporting work-life balance.
- Opportunity to collaborate with and learn from procurement professionals and business leaders across all levels of the organization.
Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $22/hr. This range reflects the base pay for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location.
