Purchasing (PUE) Intern - Summer 2027

Bosch · Purchasing

Hours: Full-time
Where: Lincolnshire, IL
Posted: Sep 11

We are hiring for 2027

At HydraForce, our internship program is designed to provide students with meaningful, hands-on experience while building skills and knowledge unique to our industry. The PUE internship offers exposure to supplier engagement, project management, and ERP systems, with assignments that increase in complexity as proficiency is demonstrated. While employment after graduation is not guaranteed, our goal is to prepare interns to step into entry-level roles with confidence.

What you'd do

Send out Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to suppliers and prepare quote comparisons to support supplier selection
Assist in the setup of new SKUs within SAP
Support and attend supplier technical reviews to gain technical knowledge and strengthen supplier relationships
Contribute to project management activities, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met
Perform data organization and analysis using Microsoft Excel
Assist in supplier and material master data updates within ERP systems

What they want

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
Minimum of 3.0 GPA
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

About Bosch · Purchasing

HydraForce, a Bosch Rexroth company, offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. HydraForce cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities.