Supply Chain Commodity Management – Summer Internship 2026

Location:

Michigan City, Indiana, United States

Job ID:

R0120074

Date Posted:

2026-02-11

Company Name:

HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Company                                             

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

 From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

 We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 60 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

 Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you’ll be part of a global network that’s shaping the future of industrial power.

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Commodity Management team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support key process improvement and supplier‑facing initiatives. This internship offers hands-on, practical experience in supply chain operations, project management, and supplier development ideal for a student seeking to build a strong foundation early in their career.

Interns will work closely with Commodity Managers and collaborate with cross-functional partners in Quality and Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive questionnaire to gather capability and value‑add information from critical suppliers.
• Conduct outreach to suppliers to collect, verify, and summarize capability insights.
• Identify potential new business opportunities based on supplier competency data.

• Analyze the current price change workflow process to identify gaps leading to premature lead-time updates before PPAP approval.
• Recommend and support implementation of a revised process that strengthens checks and balances across workflow stages.
• Document and present findings to Commodity Management leadership.

• Gather price change workflow data across suppliers to understand trends in price increases.
• Develop a Power BI dashboard to monitor, track, and visualize supplier-driven price adjustments.
• Partner with Procurement, Engineering, and Quality to validate data inputs and dashboard accuracy.

Learning Outcomes & Student Experience

By the end of the internship, students will gain:

• Project Management Skills: Ownership of multi-phase projects with measurable impact.
• Supplier Relationship Exposure: Direct interaction with suppliers and understanding of supply base development.
• Data Analysis Competencies: Hands-on experience with data validation, report creation, and visualization tools.
• Commodity & Supply Chain Knowledge: Insights into diverse commodities and the processes that support manufacturing HGAP compressors.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experience working with Quality, Engineering, and Procurement teams.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• (Preferred) Power BI or interest in learning it

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Analytical thinking
• Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree candidates - Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering
• Minimum requirement -2 years of undergraduate coursework completed

Student Development & Mentorship

Interns will receive:

• Direct mentorship from Commodity Managers
• On-the-job training in supply chain systems and processes
• Exposure to supplier engagement strategies
• Opportunities to partner with Engineering and Quality teams
• Practical experience aligned with real industry challenges

Internship Program Criteria

• Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
• Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
• Must be able to complete internship from May–August 2026.
• Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
• Willingness to learn from others on the job

The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.