About Prime Controls
Established in 2004, Prime Controls, L.P. is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients’ industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of 1000+ employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees’ well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.
OverviewThe Role
Get an inside look at the materials and procurement engine that keeps our projects and panel shop running. As a Supply Chain Intern, you’ll support sourcing, purchasing, and logistics activities—helping ensure the right equipment and materials reach the right project at the right time.
Responsibilities
- Support purchase order creation, tracking, and expediting with vendors and suppliers.
- Help maintain bills of material (BOMs), item data, and procurement records.
- Assist with vendor quote requests, price comparisons, and lead-time follow-up.
- Support receiving, inventory counts, and material staging for pre-fabrication and field delivery.
- Help reconcile packing slips, purchase orders, and invoices.
- Contribute to reporting and analysis on spend, lead times, or supplier performance.
What You’ll Bring
Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with data.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn in both office and warehouse settings.
- Available to work full-time for the duration of the summer program.
Preferred
- Exposure to ERP or procurement systems.
- Interest in construction, manufacturing, or industrial supply chains.
Internship Details
- This is a full-time summer internship running approximately 8–10 weeks during Summer 2027, based at various Prime Controls locations.
- Interns work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful, real-world projects and receive mentorship throughout the program.
- The internship is designed to build practical, career-ready skills and to help interns explore career paths at Prime Controls.
- Strong performers may be considered for future internship terms or full-time opportunities.
What We Offer
Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:
- Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Generous PTO
- ESOP Program
- Numerous company events
- 401(k) matching and more!
Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer.
As a federal contractor, Prime Controls is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with data.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in office and warehouse settings.
- Available to work full-time for the duration of the summer program.
- Exposure to ERP or procurement systems.
- Interest in construction, manufacturing, or industrial supply chains.
What We Do
Prime Controls was established to provide customers a sole source solution for Industrial Automation services and products. As a dedicated System Integrator and I & C Construction firm, Prime Controls is professionally staffed to supply you with all required aspects of your Automation and Control needs. Utilizing our vast experience and relationships with multiple manufacturers, Prime Controls works closely with the Customer from project design to post project maintenance. As a certified Systems Integrator for both hardware and software product manufacturers, Prime Controls has access to all required resources including factory support services. Prime Controls is extremely customer focused and sincerely committed to meet or exceed your expectations.
