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Supply Chain Management Intern (Vertical Lift) - 12 Month Placement

CompanyBoeing
LocationGosport
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 11, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support supply chain operations, including managing parts, analyzing stock levels, and executing contractual KPIs. They will also assist with sourcing strategies, negotiating terms, and managing supplier performance.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
140491
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Boeing is a leading global aerospace company that designs, builds and supports commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Guided by our commitment to safety and quality, we innovate to deliver solutions that bring real value to our customers and the industry. As a top U.S. exporter, we work with a strong global supply base to drive economic opportunity and community impact worldwide. Our team leads with integrity and passion as it shapes the future of aerospace. Explore careers with us: boeing.com/careers Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
About the Role
Supply Chain Management Intern (Vertical Lift) - 12 Month Placement

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

Position overview:

This post is for a Supply Chain Intern (Vertical Lift) to work within the Supply Chain function in Boeing Defence UK (BDUK) in Gosport. BDUK is a subsidiary of the Boeing Company and currently employs over 1,200 people in the UK. BDUK is responsible for delivering several exciting contracts to our UK defence customers including E-7 AEW&C, P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft, C4ISR Services, and Through Life Support for the Chinook & Apache Fleets, Logistic Information Services and Training Services

Position responsibilities:

  • Day-to-day support and management of assigned parts, liaison with internal and external customers of demand priority/criticality of a Programme in the UK.
  • Utilise reporting to address any actions. This includes, but is not limited to: New Buys, Excess Requests and Allocations. Analysing Target Stock Levels, Consumption Data and Condemnation Rates for individual parts.
  • Work in alignment with contractual KPIs supporting key supplier activities, developing best practice to support effective contractual execution.
  • Supporting Risk, Issue and Opportunity, identification and project management for process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Review all inputs into the demand forecasting tool.
  • Supporting UK sourcing strategy
  • Negotiating pricing and terms
  • Stakeholder management
  • Preparing and issuing contracting documentation including raising RFQ, RFI’s and Purchase Orders.
  • Managing supplier and functional performance targets.
  • Supporting Risk, Issue and Opportunity, identification and project management for process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Right to work in UK - We do not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Studying towards a Business, Finance or similar degree
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • IT proficient (particularly Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Studying towards a supply chain management related degree
  • Strong analytical skills with data and drawing conclusions/making recommendations
  • Drive and enthusiasm.
  • Integrity and strong ethical values.

Typical Education & Experience:

  • Skilled team member/contributor
  • Driving for business results
  • Customer satisfaction focus

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Work Authorization:

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorization to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a BPSS clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
Key Skills
Supply chain managementData analysisContract managementProcurementStakeholder managementReportingRisk managementProject managementNegotiationExcelPowerPointCommunication skillsAnalytical skillsDemand forecasting
Categories
LogisticsManagement & LeadershipManufacturingEngineering