Purchasing Intern at Prairie Meadows

Altoona, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

16.5

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Vendor Management, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Operations, Purchase Orders, Vendor Coordination, Receiving, Budgeting, Cost Control, Data Entry, Communication, Organizational Skills, Teamwork, Attention To Detail, Business Operations

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Internship Program Location: Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino Duration: 10–12 Weeks Schedule: Weekdays (8-4:30pm) Pay: $16.50/hr Position Overview Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Purchasing Department Intern to join our structured internship program. This internship provides hands-on experience in procurement, vendor management, inventory control, and supply chain operations within a dynamic casino, racing, and hospitality environment. The intern will work closely with the purchasing team and gain exposure to purchase orders, vendor coordination, receiving and inventory processes, and department supply support while learning how purchasing supports operations across food and beverage, hotel, gaming, racing, and facilities departments. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in business, supply chain management, finance, or operations management to gain real-world experience. What You Will Do * Assist with purchase requisitions and purchase orders * Support vendor coordination and communication * Observe procurement and approval workflows * Assist with receiving and inventory tracking processes * Help organize purchasing and vendor documentation * Support supply coordination for multiple departments * Observe budgeting and cost control procedures * Attend purchasing and operations meetings * Participate in structured learning and mentoring activities * Complete a purchasing business challenge project What You Will Learn * Procurement and purchasing operations * Vendor management and supplier coordination * Inventory control and receiving procedures * Budget monitoring and cost management * Supply chain operations in a casino and hospitality environment * Cross-department operational support * Business operations and decision-making processes * Professional communication and organizational skills Qualifications * Pursuing/graduated with a degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Operations, or related field * Strong attention to detail and organizational skills * Basic understanding of business or procurement processes * Strong communication and teamwork skills * Willingness to learn and ask questions * Professional attitude and work ethic

Responsibilities

The intern will assist with purchase requisitions, vendor coordination, and inventory tracking processes within the purchasing department. They will also support supply coordination across various departments and participate in a structured business challenge project.