Sourcing & Customs intern

Job Description

Summary

Job Description

Procurement & Customs Intern Summary We are seeking a motivated and proactive intern to join our Procurement and Customs team. In this role, the intern will support both the purchasing and customs operations processes for a defined set of goods and services. This includes assisting with purchase order activities, supplier coordination, import/export documentation, trade compliance, and customs-related administrative tasks.

The intern will help ensure timely execution, strong customer service, and compliance with internal policies and applicable trade and customs regulations.

Responsibilities

Support procurement activities including purchase order creation, tracking, and follow-up with suppliers. Assist in managing a vendor compliance platform, helping ensure suppliers meet regulatory, customs, and internal policy requirements. Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal stakeholders to support on-time delivery and customs clearance of goods.

Help prepare, review, and maintain customs and shipping documentation, such as commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and import/export records. Support customs compliance processes by helping verify product classification, country of origin, and other trade-related data under supervision. Update and maintain ERP systems and customs/procurement databases with accurate sourcing, shipment, and compliance information.

Assist in resolving issues related to purchase orders, supplier documentation, shipment delays, or customs clearance. Develop a working knowledge of procurement practices, sourcing procedures, customs operations, and trade compliance requirements. Collaborate with procurement, logistics, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth execution of purchasing and cross-border transactions.

Exercise sound judgment within established procedures and escalate issues outside defined guidelines to senior team members. Build strong working relationships with suppliers and internal teams while providing responsive support in customer-facing interactions.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in at least the 6th semester of university, studying Business Administration, International Trade, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or a related field. Strong English communication skills, both oral and written. Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented attitude. Interest in procurement, logistics, customs, or international trade. Desired Characteristics Basic

experience

or academic exposure in sourcing, procurement, logistics, customs, or foreign trade. Strong oral and written communication skills. Good organizational

skills

and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Ability to document, plan, and execute processes with accuracy and discipline. Familiarity with ERP systems or data management tools is a plus.

Knowledge of Lean tools or continuous improvement concepts is a plus. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft.

At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job.

It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.