Supply Chain Procurement Internship – Fall 2027

Headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio, O‑I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) is one of the world’s leading producers of glass bottles and jars, serving many of the world’s most recognized food and beverage brands. With approximately 24,000 employees across 60+ plants in 19 countries, O‑I delivers sustainable, fully recyclable glass packaging at global scale. Our North America procurement organization plays a critical role in enabling reliable supply, cost competitiveness, and continuous improvement across the manufacturing network.

This is a hybrid internship based in Perrysburg, Ohio. Interns are expected to work on-site Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays to maximize collaboration, mentorship, and exposure to the business, with flexibility to accommodate academic schedules.

What You'll Gain

This internship offers hands‑on exposure to strategic sourcing in a global manufacturing environment, mentorship from experienced procurement professionals, and real ownership of cost and supplier initiatives.Interns will lead assign projects, collaborate directly with suppliers and plant stakeholders, analyze spending and sourcing opportunities, and help drive measurable business results.

About the Role

The Procurement Intern will collaborate with an assigned Procurement Specialist to gain hands‑on exposure to the end‑to‑end strategic sourcing lifecycle. You will support real procurement initiatives while learning how sourcing decisions impact manufacturing operations across North America.

Why This Internship

This internship offers hands‑on procurement experience within a global manufacturing company headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio. Interns gain meaningful exposure to real sourcing initiatives, mentorship from experienced professionals, and insight into career paths within supply chain and procurement. Successful interns may be considered for future internship or entry‑level opportunities, based on business needs and performance.

Responsibilities

Support cost‑saving and supplier optimization initiatives; Assisting with data analysis, reporting, and sourcing documentation; Communicate and coordinate with suppliers and plant stakeholders to support sourcing initiatives, resolve issues, and ensure business needs are met; Help track RFx activities, supplier information, and contract data; Shadow experienced Procurement professionals to gain exposure to supplier negotiations, relationship management, and strategic decision-making in a global manufacturing environment; Participate in cross‑functional discussions with Operations, Finance, and Engineering

Requirements

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Organized and flexible work style with the ability to manage multiple priorities; Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, corporate environment; Self‑motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively; Strong attention to detail; Time management and ability to meet deadlines; Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field; Prior internship, co‑op, or relevant academic project experience preferred; Interest in strategic sourcing concepts such as RFx processes, supplier research, spend analysis, and cost‑saving initiatives; Interest in supplier interactions and analytical concepts, with the ability to support activities under guidance; Strong interest in developing analytical and problem‑solving skills, including basic cost or total cost of ownership (TCO) concepts; Military experience considered, particularly where it demonstrates leadership, structure, analytical thinking, or problem‑solving skill

Benefits

Fundamentals of strategic sourcing and category management; Exposure to cost analysis, supplier evaluation, and process improvement; Opportunities to travel to O-I manufacturing plants, tour operations, and see firsthand how procurement supports production; Hands-on experience with enterprise procurement systems and real-world sourcing processes; Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with operations, logistics, finance, and supplier partners; How to effectively partner with Procurement Operations to execute sourcing decisions, resolve purchasing issues, and support business needs; How to work in a fast-paced, corporate environment; How O-I’s corporate behaviors Speak Up, Solve It, Kill Waste , and Back Each Other guide our daily activities; Time management and prioritization skills; Competitive compensation; Opportunity for future growth and advancement; Supportive teams to help you grow and learn new skills