Chesterfield County · 7 hours ago
2026 Summer Intern - Procurement
Chesterfield, VA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$17/hr - $19/hr
Start in 2026 SummerChesterfield County is seeking a Summer Intern for their Procurement Department, which plays a crucial role in managing the county's purchasing operations. The intern will assist in process improvements, vendor engagement, and gain firsthand experience in strategic purchasing decisions through shadowing experienced buyers.
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Responsibilities
Contribute to meaningful process improvements that enhance efficiency, transparency, and vendor engagement
Develop marketing and training materials to support vendor outreach and education
Create user friendly guides on procurement policies
Compile data for state reporting and awards submissions
Engage in in-depth work within our eProcurement system to support automation and digital transformation initiatives
Shadow experienced buyers throughout the full procurement lifecycle by attending site visits, pre-bid meetings, and bid openings
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student
Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.8
Ability to participate in the full 10-week program
Exhibit a commitment to public service
Genuine interest in learning about public administration
Pre-employment drug testing required
FBI criminal background check required
Education/degree verification required
Strong written and verbal communication for developing training and outreach materials
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
Ability to analyze, compile, and present data clearly
Comfortable learning and navigating digital platforms
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to collaborate with others
Relevant Majors: Public Administration, Business, Supply Chain Management, Political Science, Economics, Finance; Specific majors helpful for identified tasks: Information Systems and Marketing
Company
Chesterfield County
Chesterfield County is a government administration organization.
Founded in 1749
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Johnson
Director, Risk Management and Chief Risk Officer
Jackie Carter
Community Partnership Coordinator
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