Intern - Jr. Buyer

Intern - Jr. Buyer Own supplier onboarding, RFQ, and PO processes to support engineering schedules

Location:

San Jose, California, United States

Compensation: $25.00 - $32.00 USD / hour

Job Tags:
Intern

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products — from lithium–sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next‑generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real‑world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose — and with people who want to make a difference. We're not just developing advanced supermaterials — we're about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We're entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Lyten is looking for a Jr Buyer Intern who will ensure alignment of supply chain of manufactured parts, assemblies, weldments, and commercial components with Engineering project schedules for accurate communication with various departments on project status.

• Onboarding new suppliers as needed
• Send out Request for Quotes (RFQ) to suppliers to identify best price and lead time.
• Place and manage Purchase Orders (POs), confirming and tracking delivery dates.
• Expedite late deliveries and keep the ERP system updated with current supplier delivery dates and supplier notes.
• Collaborate with the Procurement team on special projects and process improvements.

• Completion of Sophomore year Business Administration or Supply Chain
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Eager to learn in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Strong willingness to learn and be a team player.
• Willingness to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
  Strong interpersonal skills to work with other employees and vendors.

• Able to lift 20-30 lbs.
• Able to stand for up to 5 hours

Expected base salary range: $25.00 - $32.00 USD per hour. Salary within this range is based on location, experience, education, and relevant skills. Additional compensation includes tier‑based bonus, equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401(k), and an employee relocation plan (if applicable).

Lyten is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

At Lyten, you'll be part of a team that's redefining what's possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We're not just imagining the future — we're building it today with breakthrough technologies that are changing how products are made and how industries innovate.

Our people are the heart of that mission. From world‑class scientists and engineers to creative problem‑solvers in operations, manufacturing, and commercialization, every member of the Lyten team plays a role in turning bold ideas into real‑world impact. We believe that the best work happens when you're doing great things in the world — with people you like. Collaboration, curiosity, and a shared sense of purpose drive everything we do.

• A mission that matters:
  Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.

• Cutting‑edge innovation:
  Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.

• Extraordinary people:
  Join a team of talented, friendly, and down‑to‑earth innovators…