Associate Buyer Intern - BLU54

Associate Buyer Intern - BLU54 

Summary

BLU54 is a material distribution business that partners with Mortenson teams to transform the supply chain of construction through innovative material selection and supply approaches. BLU54 engages on Mortenson projects as a strategic design-assist partner early in design and carries the partnership through to supplying our selected materials. We are proud of our industry-leading expertise within our team in the areas of lighting, flooring, tile, steel, windows, bathroom accessories and, of course supply chain, and more.  

Highlights of your time with this Mortenson internship will include: 

• Learning about BLU54 product lines utilized on Mortenson projects across operating groups and building types 

• Develop relationships with suppliers: solicit bids, analyze quotations, and assist in selecting suppliers 

• Exposure to purchasing items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, specifications, requirements, and other factors 

• Create and maintain catalogs for each operating group or project that is supported 

• Propose purchase transactions that higher authority approve prior to final action 

• Arrange returns for unacceptable products to suppliers 

• Track order status from time of placing order until delivery and communicate status to project teams 

• Enter purchase orders and retain contact with suppliers to ensure delivery of material on a timely basis 

• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels 

• Visiting job sites or equipment facilities to better understand materials and organizational structure 

Qualifications 

We look forward to hearing from you if you: 

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate, four-year degree in Supply Chain Analytics, Finance, Construction or related field 

Preferred Qualifications

• Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 

• Have experience in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

• Demonstrate strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills 

• Have proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills 

• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively manage multiple tasks 

• Have access to reliable transportation 

Additional Information

You will join an exciting and ever-changing industry with a minimum 12-week internship with our team. This opportunity is full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer of 2026. The internship is based at our Minneapolis headquarters office. The position is not relocation-assistance eligible.   

The hourly wage for college Interns starts at $18. Students in their sophomore year of college, or more, are paid higher wages based on their year in school.  

  Please make note:   

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.   

• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.   

ABOUT MORTENSON  

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.   

Let’s Redefine Possible®   

Equal Employment Opportunity  

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.  

Other Items to Note  

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.  

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.