About the role
AI summarisedThis is a 6-month internship role for a Hardware Commodity Specialist within AWS's Data Center Sourcing & Procurement team in Singapore. The intern will support infrastructure delivery and engineering supplier procurement activities, including RFQ/RFP preparation, bid analysis, supplier performance tracking, and process improvement initiatives. The role is ideal for students or recent graduates in engineering, business, or related fields who are eager to learn about data center procurement and strategic sourcing.
BusinessFull-timeAdministrative Support
Key Responsibilities
- Support infrastructure delivery & engineering supplier procurement activities
- Assist internal stakeholders in understanding supplier capabilities and service requirements
- Support the supplier selection process, including RFQ/RFP preparation and analysis
- Help develop tracking mechanisms and metrics for supplier performance (on-time delivery, safety, quality, cost)
- Participate in supplier business reviews and performance discussions
- Assist with bid analysis, rate card reviews, and cost comparison activities
- Support process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to automate or streamline procurement workflows
- Learn and apply procurement governance, procedures, and policies
- Conduct market research and supplier analysis to support sourcing decisions
Requirements
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited university
- Relevant experience through internships, co-op programs, or entry-level roles in procurement, vendor management, supplier engagement, or related fields
- Demonstrated interest in procurement, supply chain, or vendor management through coursework, projects, or prior work experience
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also taking initiative on assigned tasks
- Candidate needs to be able to commit to a full-time internship (40 hours/week) for 6-months from May 2026 onwards
- Exposure to data centers, engineering, infrastructure services, or technology companies through internships or academic projects
- Familiarity with procurement processes such as RFQ/RFP management, supplier evaluation, or contract review
- Interest in market intelligence, commodity trends, or supplier performance analysis
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and willingness to learn new tools and processes
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Conversational proficiency in Mandarin or other regional languages is a plus