Sourcing Intern

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

What you can expect from H.B. Fuller’s Internship Program:

You’ll be joining a cohort of talented students from a variety of schools across the U.S. We hire interns in the following positions: Process Engineering, R&D, Strategic Sourcing, Technical Sales, Supply Chain, Product Marketing, Information Technology, and more.  

The projects we task our interns to lead are impactful and meaningful to our organization. You’ll be supported by your Manager and Mentor to gain in-depth knowledge of the adhesive industry and collaborate with various departments and functions. We also offer an established path for next-level opportunities – making this internship the starting point for a long-term career path.
 

Location: St. Paul, MN

Department: Global Strategic Sourcing

Our Internship Experience includes: 

• 12-week paid program beginning the end of May to mid-August to gain insight and knowledge in your field. 

• Interactive orientation and events with skilled professionals in your field, including managers, directors, and CEO. 

• Multiple networking, volunteer and fun events – both virtual and in-person. 

• Impactful projects that make a difference internally and externally for H.B. Fuller. 

• End of summer final presentation to showcase your career development with support from managers and peers. 

Position Overview:

The sourcing intern reports to a Sourcing Manager within the Global Strategic Sourcing organization. The intern’s work will be individual project based with potential for group projects. The sourcing intern may interact with several internal departments outside of procurement including research and development, finance, operations, and supply chain, and may also interact with H.B. Fuller’s external suppliers. This internship will be 40 hours per week, in-office work, Monday-Friday for the Summer of 2026.

Function Overview:

The Sourcing/Procurement organization creates value for H.B. Fuller by identifying, engaging and strategically managing suppliers that provide materials and services. The Sourcing/Procurement team invests in employees through teambuilding, tailored trainings, individual growth plans, global travel opportunities, and cross-functional development.

Procurement Priorities at H.B. Fuller

1. Supply Assurance – We proactively manage and develop a capable and commercially secure supply base. We ensure the right goods and services are delivered safely, to the right location, at the right time

2. Best Total Value – We focus on delivering world-class value that maximizes competitive advantage, risk management, and innovation while minimizing costs.

3. Innovation – We establish external business partnerships to deliver supply market knowledge, competencies, and innovative solutions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analyze raw material suppliers that support production of our products 

• Complete basic projects independently and draw conclusions with guidance 

• Reproduce and articulate results and their meaning through spreadsheets, reports and presentations 

• Interact and contribute to a multi-functional team on a regular basis 

• Validate vendor invoice and pricing details to confirm compliance with business commitments 

• Consolidate data for use in monthly reporting and system implementations 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing bachelor’s degree in Engineering

• Must be a rising Junior or Senior in the summer of 2026 

• Strong communication, interpersonal, & organizational skills 

• Strong desire and innate capability to learn 

• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite programs (Excel, etc.) 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $22-$25 per hour.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.