Supply Chain Student Experience - Spring 2027

Job Information

You have the knowledge, now gain the experience!

Bobcat’s student program is an opportunity created to empower young professionals, like you. Whether you’re looking for on the job experience, testing the waters in a desired career path, or hoping for a foot in the door with us, we have an experience designed specifically for you and your aspirations. As a Co-op or Intern you will be presented the tools to further your professional development, apply your schooling to real-world projects, and gain hands-on experience while completing your undergrad degree.

Co-op: An 8-month long opportunity, Co-op positions are a full-time employment experience. Co-ops are fully immersed into the worlds of corporate and production industry as a full-time team member.

Internship: A semester long opportunity, Internships positions are a part-time employment experience. With the opportunity to extend multiple semesters, Interns tap into the foundations of our corporate and production industries.

Co-op and Intern opportunities span across 18 of Bobcat’s different functions.

Role & Responsibility

Material Planning:

• Plan, schedule, and order parts to meet build schedule requirements
• Coordinate and implement Engineering Change Notices 
• Minimize expediting time and freight costs (air and ground) for parts issues
• Manage past due purchase orders and work with Accounts Payable on supplier invoicing issues

Materials & Logistics:

• Establish and monitor metrics relative to the local and regional supply chain
• Design, prototype and implementation of material flow and logistics options within the supply chain
• Design optimized models for inbound and outbound logistics networks
• Calculate manpower needs for supply chain segments 

Sourcing: 

• Resolve tactical sourcing issues, assisting with improving material flow and supporting strategic initiatives
• Identify potential sources, gather quotes, evaluate supplier proposals and perform cost analysis
• Participate in the world class VA (Value Add) process working collaboratively with Product Engineering
• Support and participation in negotiations and contract development with outside suppliers

Job Requirement

• Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing seeking a degree in Business, Engineering, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• Be able to commit to Bobcat for the entire term of the co-op (8 months) or internship (4 months)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Team player, fast learner, and adaptable to change
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills is a must
• A self-starter and will dig into problems independently and will look for limited guidance
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to follow written instructions

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Student Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Gain experience on real-life projects
• Work directly with skilled professionals at a global company
• Attend student-specific events tied to personal and professional development and full-time careers, as well as networking opportunities
• Opportunity to give back through organized Company-sponsored community service events
• First access to full-time career opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for co-op/internship related courses up to $1,400 for a 3-credit course
• Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursements
• Relocation reimbursements
  • House-hunting or interview travel reimbursements
  • Monthly $250 stipend