Groq delivers fast, efficient AI inference. Our LPU-based system powers GroqCloud™, giving businesses and developers the speed and scale they need. From our Bay Area roots to our growing global presence, we are on a mission to make high performance AI compute more accessible and affordable. When real-time AI is within reach, anything is possible. Build fast.

Winter 2026 (January - April) Internship - full-time - hybrid in San Jose

Mission:

As a Sourcing and Supply Chain Intern at Groq, you will support the end-to-end supply chain — from supplier sourcing and procurement to logistics and risk analysis. You’ll collaborate across operations, engineering, and finance to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials while helping to identify and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions.

We’re looking for a highly motivated individual with strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a collaborative attitude. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys multitasking, and is eager to tackle challenges head-on. You should be proactive, adaptable, and excited to work across various projects. If you’re passionate about learning, problem-solving, and contributing to a high-impact team, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities & opportunities in this role:

Support supplier sourcing, qualification, and onboarding, ensuring alignment with Groq’s quality and sustainability standards.
Assist in purchase order creation, tracking, and reconciliation within ERP systems.
Monitor supplier performance metrics, including lead time adherence, quality issues, and delivery accuracy.
Conduct supply chain risk assessments, identifying single-source dependencies, geopolitical risks, and capacity constraints.
Help develop risk mitigation strategies, such as dual sourcing, safety stock planning, and supplier diversification.
Collaborate with logistics partners to track shipments, resolve delays, and maintain continuity in the flow of materials.
Analyze inventory data, demand forecasts, and procurement trends to optimize inventory levels.
Support cost-reduction and supplier relationship management initiatives.
- Participate in cross-functional reviews to enhance supply chain visibility and operational resilience.
- Be part of the team that identifies and suggests ways to improve current supply chain processes, making them faster, smarter, and more efficient.

Ideal candidates have/are:

Currently studying Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
Ability to work with data and support team analysis with an eye for detail.
Careful and accurate in handling tasks such as data entry and order tracking.
Enthusiastic to pick up new skills, with an interest in sourcing, supply chain, and operations.
Eager to collaborate with others and learn from experienced colleagues.
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with shifting tasks and priorities.
Able to communicate clearly with the team and external partners, both written and verbally.
Located in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Why Join Us

Purposeful Hiring: You’re not here by accident, and neither is anyone else. Every teammate is handpicked with intention because who we build with matters.
Builders Wanted: You’re not just riding the rocket ship, you’re building it. Your work directly shapes the trajectory of our company.
Mission-Driven Work: We’re here to make a real impact. Our mission fuels everything we do.
Tackling Hard Problems: If easy isn’t your thing, you’re in the right place. We solve some of the most complex and exciting challenges in our space.
Excellence Is The Standard: High performance isn’t just encouraged, it’s the baseline. And it’s contagious.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Compensation: The US pay range for our technical internships is $30-$50 / per hour. The pay range for our non-technical internships is $30-$40 / per hour. Compensation is determined by your location, skills, qualifications, experience and internal benchmarks. This range is specific to roles in the United States, compensation for candidates outside the USA will be dependent on the local market.

This position may require access to technology and/or information subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these requirements, candidates for this role must meet certain citizenship or residency criteria. Specifically, they must qualify as U.S. Persons for export control purposes (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) such as a refugee or asylee), or otherwise be eligible for an applicable export license.

Groq is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Groq complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.

Groq is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at talent@groq.com. This contact is for accommodation requests only, which will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

All offers of employment are contingent upon verification of the applicant’s identity and employment authorization in accordance with federal law.

Groq encourages people with criminal record histories to apply for employment, and values diverse experiences, including prior contact with the criminal legal system. To that end, Groq welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Act Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Act Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Act Ordinance. Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: https://www.phila.gov/documents/fair-chance-hiring-law-poster.

Req ID: R691

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