Purchasing Student Program

STUDENT PROGRAM FORMAT This student program follows a format in which participants work remotely during the academic year (September through April) and onsite during the summer (May through August). Remote work must be performed from a location within the United States. To be eligible for participation in this program, candidates must reside and perform work in one of the following states: Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Texas, Maryland, Ohio, Arizona, California, or Colorado. During the academic year, students who reside in the Metro Detroit area are highly encouraged to work onsite at the Stellantis Headquarters and Technology Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan, as their schedules permit . During the academic year, students are expected to work 24 hours per week during normal business hours, Monday through Friday. Students selected for the program will work with their manager to establish a consistent weekly schedule that fulfills the 24-hour requirement while accommodating their class schedule. During the summer months (May through August), students are expected to work onsite at the Stellantis Headquarters and Technology Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Students may be required to relocate and may work up to 40 hours per week during this period, based on business needs and management discretion. Relocation assistance may be available to students who meet specific eligibility requirements. Student program cohorts begin quarterly in January, April, June, and September. Students are intended to remain in the program through graduation. STELLANTIS STUDENT PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS The Stellantis Student Program offers a unique alternative to traditional summer internships by providing students with the opportunity to work year-round throughout their academic journey. This continuous engagement allows students to apply their classroom learning in real-world settings on a daily basis, fostering deeper integration within their teams and organizations. As they progress through the program, students are empowered to take on increasing levels of responsibility, gaining valuable experience, and making meaningful contributions along the way . Students will be assigned to a department based on the candidate's background and skill set. The assignments are project-oriented, meaningful to the department, and allow the student to provide valuable contributions. Students experience a sense of personal accomplishment and learn about the corporate business culture through work assignments, structured activities, and exclusive student networking events. STUDENT PROGRAM BENEFITS Exposure to cutting-edge projects and technologies Collaborative work environment Mentorship from experienced professionals Networking opportunities with peers and leaders Skill development workshops and training sessions Paid US holidays Stellantis Employee Advantage Vehicle Discount Program Eligible students may be able to participate in the Company Vehicle Employee Lease Program DEPARTMENT DETAILS In a Purchasing role at Stellantis, you will be part of a team that is instrumental to the company's leadership position in the Automotive industry. Purchasing is responsible for globally sourcing all parts, goods and services by creating strategic and innovative supplier partnerships that will ensure the best quality parts for our vehicles. Purchasing is a fast-paced and exciting work environment where strategic planning and entrepreneurial spirit drives our success. The Stellantis Purchasing Student Program allows individuals to gain experience and exposure across the many different facets of a strategic enterprise. Within the program, students may support sourcing, cost reduction, strategy development and financial analysis activities, in one of the Purchasing organization's functional areas. Purchasing Student Program assignments are available across a variety of functions, including Direct Purchasing (Body, Interior, Chassis & Adaptation, Electrical, and Powertrain), Indirect Purchasing, Aftermarket Purchasing, Purchasing Program Management, Supplier Risk Management, Methodology & Process, Performance & Value Optimization, and Sustainable Raw Materials . Candidates will gain industry experience, interface with all levels within our Purchasing department and apply their coursework to drive results. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance or related field Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university at the time of hire Completion of freshman year or higher at an accredited college or university Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite applications Able to work 24 hours per week, year-round Willingness to relocate , if applicable Authorized to work in the United States PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Strong written and verbal communication skills Capable of working both independently and as part of a team Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across various organization levels and with external partners Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and achieve goals in a fast-paced environment Proven leadership in academic pursuits, extracurricular activities, or service organizations Previous internship/supply chain experience Strong data analysis skills Strong interest in the automotive industry and new technologies Creative and innovative thinking STELLANTIS DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, F-1, etc.) FOR THIS ROLE. IF YOU WILL REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE IN ORDER TO WORK IN THIS POSITION, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.