Zekelman Industries

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.

Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.

We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.

Come build a career you believe in.

About the Role

As a Buyer Intern at Z Modular (a division of Zekelman Industries), you will support purchasing operations and gain valuable hands-on experience in procurement, vendor communication, and materials planning within a modular construction environment. This internship will give you exposure to real-time purchasing tools, construction workflows, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will work under the guidance of the Sr. Purchasing Manager, contributing to daily procurement functions and gaining insight into how purchasing decisions impact timelines, budgets, and the construction lifecycle. This is a full-time, on-site internship based at our Killeen, TX plant.

The official Zekelman internship program runs from May 26, 2026, through August 14, 2026.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, curious about construction supply chains, and ready to build confidence in both systems and stakeholder communication.

What You’ll Do

• Develop proficiency in ERP tools such as D365, learning to create, track, and manage purchase orders
• Analyze material requirements and delivery timelines using system data and Power BI reports
• Create and execute purchase orders under the guidance of the Sr. Purchasing Manager
• Communicate with vendors to confirm orders, resolve issues, and maintain supplier relationships
• Observe and learn the flow of materials through the plant and how materials support different stages of modular construction
• Review Procore and construction documents to better understand building types, scopes, and construction sequencing
• Collaborate with departments such as production, finance, accounts payable, BOM, and engineering to resolve purchasing challenges
• Gain insight into how effective procurement contributes to on-time delivery and project success
• Participate in meetings and team projects, building confidence in professional communication
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Who You Are

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Business, or a related field
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
• Familiarity with Excel required; exposure to D365, Power BI, or Procore is a plus
• Comfortable learning technical systems and reading construction documents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team player with a problem-solving mindset and a strong desire to learn
• Available to travel for the Internship Summit, hosted at a Zekelman Industries location
• This role is open to candidates who are permanently authorized to work in the United States and will not require sponsorship now or in the future

What You’ll Get

Zekelman Industries offers a PAID internship experience with meaningful work, professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact. Interns also enjoy:

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, supply chain processes, and construction workflows
• Opportunities to shadow and collaborate with experienced buyers and procurement professionals
• Access to company-wide networking events, team-building activities, and learning sessions
• Regular coaching and feedback to support your growth
• Participation in a company-wide Intern Summit

Recruiter ID: #LI-SZ1

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

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We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.