2026 Summer Intern - Global Purchasing and Supply Chain MBA - Supply Chain Automation
Description
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Work Arrangement : Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to GM Global Technical Center - Cole Engineering Center, Warren, MI , three times per week, at minimum.
Each successful candidate will be offered a hybrid role at a specific location. Candidate location preferences are considered but cannot be guaranteed.
What You'll Do:
At General Motors, we do not just build vehicles; we build the future of mobility. As part of our commitment to innovation and excellence, we are looking for enthusiastic, forward-thinking students to join our 2026 Summer MBA Internship Program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to dive into the world of Global Purchasing & Supply Chain, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of automotive solutions and help reimagine how we source, buy, and move materials at scale. This GPSC MBA internship places you at the center of our operations. This may include solving complex challenges, innovating with industry leaders, and collaborating cross-functionally. This 10- to 12-week internship is designed for current college students eager to gain hands-on experience and make impactful contributions to our team.
Areas of opportunity based on business need: Supply Chain Automation, Purchasing and Supply Chain Analytics
Required Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an MBA program
- Must be graduating between December 2026 - June 2027
- 2-5 years of professional experience in procurement, supply chain, technology, consulting, or business strategy
- Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week during the summer months
What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives including developing standards, integrating systems within existing operations, and partnering with engineering, IT, and supply chain teams to deliver scalable, compliant solutions
- Experience or coursework in process improvement, digital transformation, analytics, or technology-enabled operations, with the ability to translate business problems into data-driven insights and recommendations
- Exposure to digital process mapping, automation tools, or operational systems redesign, with the ability to analyze inefficiencies and propose data-enabled improvements across purchasing or supply chain workflows
- Process & ops orientation: Demonstrated experience improving business processes or applying analytics in procurement, operations, finance, consulting, or tech
- Communication & influence: Ability to distill complex analyses into simple, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders
- Proficient with emerging technologies (AI, robotics, IoT, RPA) and Microsoft office products - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Concentration focus in Operations, Supply Chain, Strategy, Analytics, or related field
- Previous purchasing, logistics, or supply chain experience with an emphasis on automation optimization
- Demonstrated expertise in sourcing, supplier management, logistics, complex supply chains or information systems supporting these functions, including risk mitigation
- Familiarity with automotive/manufacturing value chains, tariff/USMCA considerations, and sustainability KPIs in supply chain
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Start dates for this internship role are May & June of 2026.
Compensation:
- GM will provide a one-time lump sum taxable stipend payment to eligible students selected for the 2026 Student Program.
What you'll get from us (Benefits):
- Paid US GM Holidays
- GM Family First Vehicle Discount Program
- Result-based potential for growth within GM
- Intern events to network with company leaders and peers
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Woman founded/led
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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