Intern - Buyer - Summer 2025

Our people create our best Plexus. 

WHAT WE DO AT PLEXUS 

We’re a global team of over 20,000 engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and aftermarket service experts who partner with customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service. 

We are passionate about innovating, creating and delivering products that change people’s lives. From surgical devices and health monitors to warehouse robotics and space products, we partner with our customers to help create the products that build a better world.

At Plexus, you are more than just an intern. We embrace your innovative ideas and collaborative thinking.  You play a critical role in our success as we continue to grow as a global organization. 

WHY WE LOVE IT 

Engaging and challenging projects that fulfill and develop you. People that inspire and empower you to realize your full potential. A workplace centered on inclusion and collaboration.   At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication and teamwork.  

We believe that our people create our best Plexus.  At Plexus, we value the ideas generated by our collective uniqueness and recognize that the diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives of our team members enable us to create the innovative products that build a better world. Because of this, we encourage people of all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT
 

OVERVIEW

Responsible for the procurement execution of assigned goods and services in accordance with the quality, delivery and pricing expectations of Plexus Corp. and Plexus Corp. customers, as is detailed in Purchasing SOP's and WI's.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Responsible for supporting purchasing of materials in accordance with the guidelines set forth by Plexus management and the customer's contract in terms of unit price, quality and delivery.
• Makes tactical buying decisions with respect to the placement and management of all purchases within assigned MRP portfolio to meet scheduled demand. This process encompasses order placement, rescheduling, cancellation of items and/or receiving and invoice issue reconciliation and approval.
• Responsible for supporting all Obsolete, Inactive & Excess Inventory items.
• Support negotiating lead-time constraints with suppliers to negate missed commitment dates.
• Review all delivery issues and take appropriate corrective action to avoid schedule impact.
• Communication with vendors and suppliers to support purchasing needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Student working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Supply Chain Management for entire duration of internship.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Junior level status
• GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills

We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements.  If you need an application accommodation, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you.

The email address above is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and upon completion of a confidentiality agreement.
Our Values and How We Lead behaviors guide our processes. Plexus does not make employment decisions based on race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and encourage all to apply today!