Panasonic
Panasonic
Posted 2 days ago
Internship
Newark, New Jersey
Hybrid
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The intern will support a global IT consolidation project by analyzing the IT landscape, evaluating vendor processes, and providing recommendations to senior leadership. Key tasks include developing procurement reports, analyzing IT spend, and documenting workflows to identify inefficiencies.
Qualifications
You are an enrolled undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Business Administration or Information Technology. You bring advanced Excel, PowerBI, SharePoint, Visio, SQL, and PowerPoint skills, plus familiarity with AI tools like Copilot and Claude, and you can analyze IT data to support procurement insights. You will participate in IT sourcing activities, conduct as-is and to-be analyses, develop reports, dashboards, and present recommendations to senior leadership as part of IT consolidation efforts.
Must Have Skills for ATS
SharePoint
Excel
PowerPoint
Visio
PowerBI
SQL
Copilot
Claude
Job Description
Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic team today!
This internship will start immediately and the intent is for the internship to convert into full time upon graduation.
What You'll Bring:
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented IT Sourcing Intern to join our team and contribute to a special global project focused on reviewing the IT landscape and supporting ongoing IT consolidation activities regionally and globally. As an intern, you will work closely within a matrix IT organization to evaluate internal team processes and tools with the Sourcing Team and, assess current technology solutions, conduct as-is and to-be analyses, and provide recommendations to senior leadership. Additionally, you will assist in developing reports, analyzing IT spend, and evaluating existing processes within the organization, and coming up with ideas to bring automation and improvements.
Analyze IT Landscape & Support Consolidation Efforts
Participate in a global project to review IT systems, vendors, and procurement processes
Assess current IT solutions and identify optimization opportunities
Conduct as-is and to-be analyses to support IT consolidation strategies
Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership
Data Analysis & Reporting
Develop procurement reports related to divisional IT activities, IT spend analysis, and vendor performance
Utilize Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, and SQL to analyze data and identify trends
Create dashboards and visualizations to support decision-making
Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication
Work with internal stakeholders across IT and procurement to gather data and insights
Prepare PowerPoint presentations to summarize findings and recommendations
Assist in meetings with senior leadership by presenting key analyses and reports
Process Documentation & Workflow Mapping
Use Visio to document workflows, complex process documentation,
Identify inefficiencies and suggest process improvements based on findings
Ad Hoc Support & Additional IT Procurement Activities
Assist with other procurement-related tasks as needed
Support internal process improvement initiatives related to IT procurement and vendor management
Other Skills
Willingness to learn and is self-motivated to work independently
Keen interest in learning new technical tools such as Ariba, Zycus, ServiceNow
Program Requirement(s):
What You'll Bring:
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
Familiarity with IT concepts, terminology, and trends
Advanced skill in Microsoft SharePoint
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in PowerPoint
Basic Knowledge Visio
Proficiency in PowerBI
Familiarity with AI tools like Copilot, Claude is a plus
Problem Solving
Ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and solve problems effectively.
Communications
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Other Requirements
Prior internship or coursework related to IT, Finance, Procurement, or business analytics
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Where You'll Be:
For our hybrid and onsite roles, Panasonic is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.
Who We Are:
Meet Panasonic! At Panasonic, we are pioneering technologies that not only move us forward but also make a positive impact.
Your work here goes beyond conventional boundaries, aligning with our commitment to doing work that matters. Whether it's in the realm of sustainable energy solutions or cutting-edge automotive technology, we provide an environment where innovative thinkers can soar.
Our dedication to addressing climate impact is ingrained in our approach, ensuring that we create technologies while actively working to reduce our environmental footprint. Joining us means experiencing career growth in more ways than one, with opportunities for professional development and advancement.
At Panasonic, we care about what you care about, fostering a culture where your expertise contributes to the creation of technologies that not only move us but also drive positive change for the planet.
Be part of a team that values your contributions, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to shaping a more sustainable and technologically advanced future.
We Take Opportunity Seriously:
At Panasonic, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.
We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Hourly Range: $17-$38
The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.
This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits such as health insurance. Employees may be eligible for certain state- or locally-mandated benefits depending on hours worked and applicable law.
Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic.
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