Intern - Supply Management
The Sonoco internship program is designed to “test the waters” of working in a Corporate setting within the manufacturing and packaging industries.
The Supply Management/Procurement intern will spend time working within one of (or across) our Procurement pillars of Category Management, Strategic Sourcing or in our Center of Excellence. Previous projects have included: sourcing commodities, deployment projects for systems internationally, analyzing spend data to identify cost solutions and supplier rationalization, etc.
Our internship program is designed to be a step towards joining the Emerging Leaders Program or other entry level positions upon graduation. Positions are primarily filled with rising seniors in their academic programs.
This position is located at our Global HQ in Hartsville, SC. All internships last approximately 12 weeks. Your start/end date can vary based on your final exam schedule and relocation needs. Internships are paid, and relocation assistance is provided (U-Haul cargo trailer). We also provide a housing and activity allowance, and Sonoco sponsored activities with other interns and new Emerging Leaders Associates.
To become an intern with Sonoco, there are a few key things you’ll need to have/had:
Enrolled in a 4-year institution pursuing your Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Supply Chain, Operations Management or Industrial Engineering
Previous internship experience preferred
Proven leadership experience
Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Compensation:
Monthly base salary for Undergraduate Business/Non-Technical Degrees:
- Senior $3,900
- Junior $3,800
- Sophomore $3,600
- Freshman $3,400
Monthly base salary for Undergraduate Engineering/Technical Degrees:
- Senior $4,700
- Junior $4,500
- Sophomore $4,100
- Freshman $3,900
Monthly base salary for Graduate Degree Business/Non-Technical:
- Senior $4,900
Monthly base salary for Graduate Degree Engineering/Technical:
- Senior $5,500