Summer 2025 Purchasing Intern (Graduating in 2027) - ITW

Division Description

ITW Construction is a ~$2.0B segment that provides a variety of fastening systems and truss products for the commercial, residential, and remodeling/renovation segments. The segment includes products manufactured at locations around the globe serving markets in North America, Europe, Asia, New Zealand and Australia. Key brands include: Paslode, Buildex, SPIT, Ramset, Red Head, Alpine, and ITW Brands.

The Global Tool Unit (GTU) is a part of ITW’s Construction Segment. The GTU innovates, develops, and manufactures best-in-class Power Fastening Systems for the global construction market. Our highly differentiated tools are specified to be used in a variety of applications including wood framing, wood trim, and steel to concrete installations.

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.

Position Summary:

GTU is seeking a Rising Junior, expected graduation dates of Dec 2026-May 2027

The Purchasing Intern is responsible for supporting a consistent inventory of material availability according to the production schedule for the assembly lines in the GTU. This internship will focus on developing and/or executing solutions for making sure materials arrive on the agreed upon dates from the supply chain to the Global Tool Unit’s (GTU) Libertyville IL facility. The internship will run through the summer of 2025.

Core Responsibilities:

• Participate as a member of the GTU’s Purchasing team in the review meetings of production scheduling.
• Identify gaps in the GTU’s supply chain that may impact the ability to assemble tools. 
• Recommend and implement improvements using a systematic approach for follow ups with suppliers.

Expected Learnings:

• Continual Balancing of Supply-Chain incoming deliveries required for operational needs.
• Learn general manufacturing processes and participate in projects to review and improve material flow & capacity planning.
• Learn negotiations skills, process thinking, and able to handle challenging situations.
• Connection between suppliers, logistics, manufacturing, and business/market needs
• Ability to work on and communicate with multi-disciplinary teams

Job Requirements:

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration or related.
• Creative mind committed to timely completion of assignments and thinking outside the box.
• Capable of working independently in a very fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Job Competencies:

• Good communication skills with all levels of the company, investigative skills, solid work ethic, and an interest in being “hands on”.
• Self-starter with a sense of urgency within all areas of responsibility and proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of managing multiple assignments and priorities.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Ability to make logical and sound decisions and to know when to act independently and when to seek assistance.
• Curiosity & Learning Orientation:  Actively identifying new areas for learning and applying newly gained knowledge/skill on the job.
• Drive to Excel:  Driven to succeed and willing to go the extra mile.  Perseveres in the face of obstacles and challenges.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment.  The noise level in the work environment (office) is usually low, but higher when exposed to the manufacturing areas.  Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ITW is a Fortune 500 diversified manufacturer of specialized industrial equipment, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. The company has operations in 58 countries that employ approximately 50,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of nearly 12,000 active patents.

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.