Supply Chain Intern (Summer 2027) Verified today
About the Role
This is a temporary, project-based internship supporting Axiom Space's active supply chain team. You will work onsite in Houston from June 1 to August 20, 2027. You are responsible for arranging your own transportation and accommodations.
You will deliver accurate data, analysis, and process improvements to the business across procurement and material planning. The work requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and genuine curiosity about how a mission-driven space company manages supply chain and schedule integration for human spaceflight.
What You'll Do
- Compile purchasing data from multiple sources (ERP, supplier records, open PO reports, spreadsheets) into clean, usable datasets
- Analyze spend, supplier performance, lead times, and open order status to identify trends, risks, and savings opportunities
- Enhance existing purchasing reports and dashboards for accuracy, usability, and automation
- Support buyers with ad hoc analysis, processes, supplier follow-ups, and process documentation
- Work with the Planning team to understand how material planning operates, including inputs, tools, handoffs, and pain points
- Identify gaps between material planning outputs (demand, need dates, order timing) and the integrated master schedules
- Recommend and help implement improvements that tighten the connection between material planning and the IMS
- Document current and future-state processes and present findings to the team
Who You Are
- Rising Junior, Senior, or Graduate Student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Strong verbal and interpersonal skills, comfortable working with cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills
- Passion for space and the mission
- Entrepreneurial, growth mindset with high EQ and ability to collaborate
- Tech-savvy in using systems and tools to work smarter and faster
Core Values
You will embody leadership, innovation, and teamwork. You demonstrate accountability, technical rigor, execution discipline, and pride of delivery.
Work Environment
Generally office-based, with possible inside or outside work depending on the task. You must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones. Work involves sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time); may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs (5% of the time).
Export Control
This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.