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The Office of Procurement and Contract Oversight at ERS manages the agency’s purchasing and contracting activities to ensure transparency, fairness, and compliance with state laws. The office supports ERS divisions by overseeing competitive solicitations, negotiating and administering contracts, monitoring vendor performance, and ensuring that goods and services are obtained efficiently and responsibly. Their work helps safeguard public resources and supports ERS in carrying out its mission effectively. ERS is seeking an intern to support the Office of Procurement and Contract Oversight in a range of procurement, purchasing, and contract management activities. This role provides hands on experience with public sector procurement processes, compliance requirements, and policy implementation.
Job Responsibility:
Review and become familiar with ERS’ Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy and ensure all assigned tasks comply with the policy
Review and audit contract data stored in OPCO’s Contracts SharePoint site for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Assist in reviewing and validating contract records in OPCO’s new Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software, if implemented
Review and revise internal procurement processes and procedures to enhance clarity, engagement, and accessibility for internal stakeholders
Assist in drafting or updating standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates, and internal guidance documents
Review and provide suggested edits to solicitation documents, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and related correspondence
Assist in preparing procurement documentation packages and tracking procurement milestones
Attend procurement-related meetings, including evaluation committee training, vendor meetings, internal team meetings, and Executive Office briefings
Support follow-up actions from meetings, including documentation and communication with stakeholders
Assist with implementation of Finance CAPPS project, if applicable
Requirements:
Active student at an institution of higher learning
Interest in procurement, contracts, or public sector operations
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Effective written and oral communication skills
Reliability, integrity, and respect when handling sensitive information
Enthusiasm to learn and contribute to process improvement and policy compliance