Purchasing and Inventory Intern

Who We Are…

Trans Continental Hardware (TCH) is a distributor of industrial components and foam products which supplies enclosure hardware, laminates, electronic components, foam inserts and speaker parts to North American manufacturers. TCH fulfills customer requirements from its warehouse facilities in Buffalo, Calgary, Dallas, Montréal and Toronto.

Summer Internship: May 2026 - August 2026

This summer internship is designed to give youth meaningful, hands-on experience in purchasing, inventory coordination, and office administration.

As a Purchasing & Inventory Intern, you will work closely with our Materials and Supply Chain team, learning how purchasing and inventory operations support the day-to-day success of the business. You will receive hands-on training, mentorship, and supervision while assisting with administrative and data-related tasks.

No prior purchasing or inventory experience is required — full training will be provided.

What You Will Learn & Do

With guidance and support from the team, you will:

• Learn how purchasing and inventory teams support overall business operations
• Assist with entering and updating product and supplier information in company systems
• Support inventory tracking by helping organize data and documentation
• Assist with preparing basic Excel reports related to inventory and sales
• Help organize purchase order records and maintain filing systems
• Participate in team meetings and observe standard business workflows
• Complete general administrative tasks as assigned

Tasks will be introduced gradually based on your skill level and comfort as you gain experience.

Skills You Will Develop

This internship is designed to help youth build valuable, transferable workplace skills, including:

• Basic Excel and computer system skills
• Understanding of inventory and purchasing processes
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Professional communication skills in an office environment
• Time management, organization, and teamwork
• Confidence working in a structured business setting

Who Can Apply

This opportunity is intended for youth who are early in their careers and may have limited work experience.

You are encouraged to apply if you:

• Are a youth legally entitled to work in Canada
• Are interested in gaining office or supply chain experience
• Have basic computer skills and a willingness to learn
• Are reliable, organized, and open to feedback
• May be facing barriers to employment due to limited work experience

Post-secondary education or related studies are considered an asset, but are not required.

Training & Support

The intern will receive:

• On-the-job training and daily supervision
• Clear instructions and task guidance
• Ongoing feedback and skills coaching
• A supportive and inclusive work environment

Why This Is a Great Summer Opportunity

• Gain real-world experience in a professional office environment
• Learn through hands-on work, mentorship, and skill development
• A welcoming opportunity for youth with limited experience
• Build practical skills that support future employment opportunities