Global Supply Chain Management Intern (Fall 2026)
Peak Energy
| Company | Peak Energy |
| Category | Logistics & Transport |
| Location | Burlingame |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Intern |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Peak Energy
Job Title: Global Supply Chain Management Intern (Fall 2026)
Location: Burlingame, CA
Department: Supply Chain
Reports To: Senior Manager, ESS Industrialization & Global Supply
Position Type: Intern
About Peak Energy
Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid.
Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.
Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, SunPower, Fluence, and Enovix. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.
We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.
About the Team - Energy Storage Supply Chain (ESS SCM)
The Energy Storage System Supply Chain Team leads sourcing, supplier development, and qualification of outsourced components and assemblies for Peak Energy's Battery ESS Products. The team is accountable for the technical and commercial performance of our ESS supply chain, driving quality, cost, and delivery outcomes across a complex global supplier base.
About The Role – Global Supply Chain Management Intern
Peak Energy is looking for a Global Supply Chain Management Intern – ESS, to support the sourcing and management of our ESS direct materials . As a GSM Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the strategy and operations behind launching and scaling a cutting-edge battery product. You'll support key initiatives across sourcing, logistics, planning, and supplier engagement for our next-generation sodium-ion battery program.
This is an exciting opportunity to learn how to build a supply chain from the ground up and to make a meaningful impact on domestic clean tech manufacturing.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
Assist in the development and execution of supply chain strategies for ESS components
Conduct supplier research and help draft RFIs/RFQs for critical components
Support supplier onboarding, including vetting, qualification, and data management
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) builds by tracking material readiness, managing build plans, and ensuring on-time Clear to Build (CTB) status
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to support NPI & Pilot builds
Assist with logistics planning and cost optimization for international and domestic shipments
Prepare reports and presentations for internal stakeholders to support strategic decision-making
What You'll Bring (Qualifications)
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
Strong analytical and organizational skills; proficient in Excel and/or data analysis tools
Interest in clean tech, energy storage, and/or domestic manufacturing policy
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Self-starter with a willingness to dive into ambiguity and solve problems
Prior internship or project experience in supply chain, operations, or procurement is a plus
What You’ll Gain:
Exposure to building a supply ch