Purchasing Summer Intern

Job description

Purchasing Summer Intern

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Aerosystems is one of the world leaders in aviation systems dedicated to aircraft and helicopter safety, as well as fluid and fuel management. The company is a key player in the field of flight safety (oxygen, evacuation, floatation) and participates in the decarbonization of aviation through enabling sustainable alternative fuels and new engine architectures. It has 5,200 employees in 7 countries.

Reference number

2026-176734

Job details

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Supply chain - Supply chain engineering

Job title

Purchasing Summer Intern

Employment type

Internship / Student

Contract period

Summer 2026

Professional category

Student

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Do you want to contribute to the design of equipment that helps save lives?

Are you looking for a varied role in a demanding environment within a human-sized team?

Safran Aerosystems (SAO) designs high-technology solutions that enhance aircraft performance and flight safety. As the world leader in emergency evacuation systems and crew oxygen systems, Safran Aerosystems is also a major player in fuel and fluid systems.

You will join the Evacuation Systems Business Unit (SEV), part of the DASY Division, a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of evacuation slides, life rafts, and life vests for aircraft, as well as flotation systems for helicopters.

Join our dynamic Purchasing team for a summer internship where you'll gain real‑world experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and develop valuable skills in supplier management and data organization.

What You'll Work On:

·  Build and enhance our Supplier Database:

Help design a structured, user‑friendly database to support supplier tracking and performance management.

·  Optimize our Purchasing Drive:

Organize and streamline files, folders, and documentation to improve efficiency and accessibility across the department.

·  Create a Supplier Logistics Map:

Develop a visual mapping tool that outlines supplier locations, logistics flows, and key operational information.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

When you join Safran, you become part of a workplace that values well‑being, growth, and collaboration. Our site provides several amenities and employee‑focused programs, including:

• On‑site cafeteria offering drinks, snacks, salads, sandwiches and free coffee & tea

• Well‑Being Committee that organizes activities focused on employee engagement and wellness

• Employee Club that hosts events and fosters a strong sense of community

• Sports & Recreation Culture: A variety of employee‑led sports groups, including a golf league, running club, summer beach volleyball, and a soccer league — with an open invitation for employees to create new clubs and activities

Safran is committed to fostering a culture where employees can develop their skills, build meaningful careers, and contribute to innovative technologies that shape the future of aerospace.

Candidate skills & requirements

What You Bring:

Familiarity with Power BI for data visualization and reporting

Comfort using Microsoft Teams Apps and collaborative tools

Strong attention to detail, curiosity, and a proactive mindset

Annual salary

Minimum Wage

Job location

Job location

North America, United States, New Jersey

City (-ies)

1747 NJ-34 NJ 07727 Wall Township

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required

First experience

Additional Languages preferred

English (Fluent)

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No