2026 Summer Intern - Global Purchasing and Supply Chain

Description

GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

To help facilitate administration of relocation benefits if you are selected, please apply using the permanent address you would move from.

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 EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) 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. As a Global Purchasing & Supply Chain Intern at General Motors, you will immerse yourself in the heart of our operations, learning how we source and manage the vital components that keep our vehicles and business running smoothly. This may include solving complex challenges, innovating with industry leaders, collaborating, and networking cross-functionally, and volunteering for community service and team-building activities. 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.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

Areas of opportunity based on business need:

Purchasing –

Interior, Exterior, Thermal

Chassis Propulsion Structures

Battery, Fuel Cells, and Critical Minerals

Electrical Systems, Software and Connectivity

Customer Care & Aftersales

GM Defense

Supply Chain –

Propulsion/Assembly Command Centers

Tactical Operations

Container Operations

Vehicle/Propulsion Scheduling

Future Material & Engineering Change

Demand Planning

Logistics –

Inbound

Outbound

Logistics Purchasing

Containerization

Supply Chain Engineering

Other Internship Opportunities –

Value Chain Engineering

Accessories & Aftermarket

Warranty Performance

Supplier Resiliency

Sustainability & Partnerships

Program Purchasing Management

Strategy, Planning & Operations

GM Energy

Required Qualifications:    

Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Supply Chain, Logistics, Packaging, Purchasing, Procurement/ Acquisitions and Contract Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering

Must be graduating in between December 2026 and August 2028

Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week during the summer months

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

Previous purchasing, logistics, or supply chain internship experience

Participation in Supply Chain case competition team or similar school association

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with varying levels of the organization

Emerging partnership and teamwork skills and ability to learn from and share knowledge with co-workers in a fast-paced environment

High level of integrity, ability to deal with ambiguity, takes initiative/self-directed

Consistently demonstrates innovative thinking that is customer-centric

Proficient with Microsoft office products - Word, Excel, PowerPoint

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

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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