Paid Intern

Location: Church Office Building in Salt Lake City  Department: Materials Management  Internship Type: Part-time, 20 hours per week. Paid. Hours: Between 7:00 - 6:00 pm Monday - Friday  (In-person SLC) Duration: 12 months  Report To: Purchasing Supervisor  This requisition is being used to fill multiple internship opportunities throughout 2027. A total of up to 11 intern positions may be hired across six distinct internship disciplines. Each discipline offers unique learning experiences and may require different educational backgrounds, technical skills, and areas of interest. Candidates will be considered for opportunities that best align with their qualifications and preferences.   Areas of expertise and focus: Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, Business, Communications, Data Analytics, Finance, Information Systems, Data Science, Project Management, and Accounting, etc. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities may vary by assignment depending on department and need. The Intern receives assignments from supervising staff. The Manager reviews the Intern's work occasionally. The supervisor reviews each assignment as it is completed. The Intern is expected to meet rigid and challenging deadlines, work in harmony with other people, take direction on each assignment, and give full attention to detail. Independence in working, tact, and diplomacy are required. Sound judgment of Church doctrine, history, organization, policy and protocol are also expected. Purchasing Data Analytics Intern Support the Purchasing Systems team by helping develop Power BI reports, dashboards, and Power Apps that provide meaningful business insights. This internship offers hands-on experience working with data from multiple sources, supporting data quality efforts, conducting analysis, and creating reporting solutions that help drive informed business decisions. Interns will collaborate with stakeholders, assist with data integration and validation, and contribute to continuous improvement through data-driven recommendations.   Supply Chain & Purchasing Intern   Support purchasing and supply chain operations through data analysis, reporting, project support, and process administration. Responsibilities may include assisting with purchasing activities, maintaining contract documentation, generating reports, supporting compliance efforts, and collaborating on department initiatives. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong attention to detail, professionalism, sound judgment, the ability to meet deadlines, and a willingness to work both independently and collaboratively while supporting the mission and values of the organization.   Printing Division Purchasing Intern Gain hands-on experience in purchasing and supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment. Interns will support purchase order management, supplier communications, sourcing initiatives, and day-to-day supply chain activities while learning how purchasing, planning, production, receiving, and supplier relationships work together. The role provides exposure to ERP purchasing systems, cross-functional projects, and real-world business processes in a collaborative, mission-driven setting. Ideal candidates are organized, dependable, eager to learn, and effective communicators. Vendor Management Office Intern Support the Church's Vendor Management Office by assisting with IT contract administration and vendor-related projects. Interns will gain exposure to IT procurement and contracting processes while developing skills in project coordination, attention to detail, and stakeholder collaboration. This internship provides valuable hands-on experience for students interested in procurement, contracts, business, technology, or legal career paths. Successful candidates are self-motivated, reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.     QUALIFICATIONS Paid Interns are qualified while enrolled in an educational institution and for one year following graduation. They must sign a Paid Internship Engagement Letter. Areas of expertise and focus: Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, Business, Communications, Data Analytics, Finance, Information Systems, Data Science, Project Management, and Accounting, etc. Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom. Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.