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Intern - Supply Chain

Philadelphia Gas Works

  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Qualifications: Must be a full-time student currently enrolled in an accredited university or college, Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Business Logistics, Business Administration, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, or other relevant fields of study, Have a sophomore classification or above, Be in good academic standing, Be able to commit to 15-29 hours per week to the program (year-round interns), Previous work experience is preferred, Be able to commute to PGW’s North Operations Center (5000 Summerdale Avenue, 19124) , Be in good academic standing, Strong interpersonal skills, Self-directed and willing to take initiative, Open to feedback. Our Procurement Department currently manages nearly 1,000 contracts and has a vendor database of almost 3,000 separate business entities from which we solicit bids for services and commodities throughout the year.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
    IndustryEnergy and Utilities
    Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
    Year Founded1836
    Websitehttps://www.pgworks.com

    Description

    Overview:

    The PGW Internship Program is designed for students currently enrolled FULL-TIME at an accredited college or university with a sophomore classification or above ONLY.

    If you are not a full-time student, please refer to our other current employment opportunities
    .

    Responsibilities:

    POSITION WILL BE LOCATED AT 5000 SUMMERDALE AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19124

     

    Position Description

    The Supply Chain intern assists PGW’s Procurement, Materials Management, and Fleet Departments, which are responsible for procurement, warehouse and delivery services, and fleet operations.  Our Procurement Department currently manages nearly 1,000 contracts and has a vendor database of almost 3,000 separate business entities from which we solicit bids for services and commodities throughout the year.  Our Materials Management Department holds more than 10,000 unique items, totaling $15 million in inventory value.  Our Fleet Department manages over 900 vehicles and pieces of equipment.  The Supply Chain intern participates in a variety of tasks related to all three areas.

    Responsibilities

    • Perform research
    • Dataset development, construction, and maintenance
    • Data analysis
    • Metrics reporting
    • Administrative functions related to operations
    • Special projects
    • Report writing and presentation
    • Continuous improvement initiatives, particularly as they relate to process efficiencies
    Qualifications:
      • Must be a full-time student currently enrolled in an accredited university or college,
      • Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Business Logistics, Business Administration, Data Science, Industrial Engineering, or other relevant fields of study,
      • Have a sophomore classification or above,
      • Be in good academic standing,
      • Be able to commit to 15-29 hours per week to the program (year-round interns),
      • Previous work experience is preferred,
      • Be able to commute to PGW’s North Operations Center (5000 Summerdale Avenue, 19124),
      • Be in good academic standing,
      • Strong interpersonal skills,
      • Self-directed and willing to take initiative,
      • Open to feedback.

       

      Technical Qualifications:

      • Strong writing skills, especially technical writing
      • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
      • Excellent Skills in MS Office, especially MS Excel

     

    About Company

    Since February 8, 1836, when the first employees of the newly formed Gas Works lit forty-six lights along Second Street, PGW has been serving the fine people of Philadelphia 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

    Today PGW is the largest municipally owned gas utility in the country. We manage and maintain a system of over 6,000 miles of gas mains and service pipes that deliver an annual 78 billion cubic feet of safe, reliable natural gas to our 500,000 customers each year.

    Make Your Move to PGW

    At PGW, we take pride in being part of the solution for America’s future, burning the cleanest fossil fuel available, reducing pollution and keeping jobs, business and energy resources here in America. Join us and be a part of an award-winning team:

    • Create energy solutions
    • Support and promote natural gas technologies
    • Help protect and sustain our environment
    • Work together with city, state and federal agencies

    Your Job, Your Benefits

    PGW employees can choose from a variety of benefit plans to best meet their individual needs. We offer packages from Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice, Aetna and Keystone HMO, as well as prescription and dental plans.

    Comprehensive Benefits Programs

    These are just a few of the extra benefits you can enjoy as a valued PGW employee:

    • Group Life Insurance
    • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
    • Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
    • Company Sponsored Pension Plan (Five-year Vesting)
    • Deferred Compensation Plan (457)
    • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Tuition Assistance
    • PGW Employees’ Credit Union

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