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Category Management Intern
CompanyXometry
LocationLexington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 19, 2025

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support category strategy by assisting category managers with supplier research and performance tracking. They will also analyze data to support decision-making and collaborate with various teams on sourcing initiatives.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
1238
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Xometry is a leading AI-enabled marketplace for on-demand manufacturing, transforming one of the largest industries in the world. It is a public company listed on NASDAQ (symbol: XMTR).
With its proprietary technology, Xometry creates a marketplace that enables designers and engineers to rapidly source high-quality on-demand manufactured parts and assemblies. Xometry's innovative platform also empowers sellers of manufacturing services across the nation to grow their businesses. Xometry’s buyers range from self-funded startups to Fortune 100 companies.
Xometry’s online quoting portal and network of thousands of manufacturing facilities helps ensure fast lead times while offering a broad array of capabilities, including CNC Machining, 3D Printing, Injection Molding, Sheet Metal Fabrication, Sheet Cutting and Casting.
www.xometry.com | info@xometry.com | 240.252.1138
About the Role
<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Xometry (NASDAQ: XMTR) powers the industries of today and tomorrow by connecting the people with big ideas to the manufacturers who can bring them to life. Xometry’s digital marketplace gives manufacturers the critical resources they need to grow their business while also making it easy for buyers at Fortune 1000 companies to tap into global manufacturing capacity.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Are you a driven college student eager to make a real impact at a cutting-edge technology company? Xometry's Summer Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop essential skills in the manufacturing industry.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As a Category Management Intern Intern at Xometry, you'll be at the forefront of driving category strategy through providing analysis and cross functional work relating to our partner network. You can expect to work in an environment that encourages entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on experience across functional areas. Your responsibilities will include: </span></p>
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<p data-start="2" data-end="179"><strong data-start="2" data-end="32" data-is-only-node="">Support category strategy:</strong> Assist category managers with supplier research, pricing analysis, and performance tracking to help optimize Xometry’s manufacturing categories.</p>
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<p data-start="182" data-end="360"><strong data-start="182" data-end="212" data-is-only-node="">Data analysis & reporting:</strong> Analyze spend, capacity, and performance data to support decision-making and identify opportunities for cost, quality, or lead-time improvements.</p>
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<p data-start="363" data-end="540" data-is-last-node=""><strong data-start="363" data-end="398" data-is-only-node="">Cross-functional collaboration:</strong> Work with supply chain, engineering, and operations teams to support sourcing initiatives, documentation, and continuous improvement efforts.</p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The ideal candidate will be pursuing degrees in: Business Administration, Business Analytics, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics etc.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What We Offer:</strong> </span></p>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Mentorship:</strong> Learn from experienced professionals and receive guidance from a dedicated intern captain</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Dynamic Culture:</strong> Embrace a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values innovation and flexibility</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Professional Development:</strong> Gain practical skills in sales, marketing, and business development</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What We’re Looking For:</strong></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Academic Excellence:</strong> Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, graduating in <strong>December 2026 or May 2027</strong>, with a <strong>minimum 3.5 GPA</strong></span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Strong Work Ethic:</strong> Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) during the internship period (June 8 - August 14, 2026)</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Excellent Communication Skills:</strong> Strong verbal and written communication skills</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Entrepreneurial Spirit:</strong> A passion for problem-solving and a desire to drive results</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Legal Authorization:</strong> Ability to provide proof of legal right to work in the United States</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Location Requirement:</strong> Ability to commute to our Lexington, KY or North Bethesda, MD office to work onsite for at least <strong>3 days a week</strong></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">#LI-Hybrid </span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Xometry is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">For US based roles: Xometry participates in E-Verify and after a job offer is accepted, will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.</span></p></div>
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