Intern - Procurement and Contract Management

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Name Intern - Procurement and Contract Management Ref # 56438 Date Wednesday, March 11, 2026 Full / Part Time Full Time

Description & Requirements

At Bupa, purpose meets possible. Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, more personal and more human. 

 

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is changing, and so are we. We’re investing in more clinics, better systems and smarter, more connected ways to help our customers. As we continue to expand our services and invest in innovation, you’ll help create a healthcare system that meets people where they are, responds to what they need and leaves them better than before. 

 

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility. Just imagine the impact you could make.

 

The purpose of the role

Bupa’s Procurement division has an opening for a Business Student to join the team on a 12-month paid internship. In this hands-on placement, you’ll contribute to purchasing activities, efficient procurement operations through documentation preparation, supplier engagement, and support across negotiation and evaluation processes.

 

As a part of a large procurement team, this placement offers continuous learning, exposure to senior leaders, and the chance to build foundational business skills across the end-to-end procurement process. You’ll be curious, flexible and have a collaborative spirit.

 

This hybrid internship will be based from Bupa’s Exhibition Street offices, Melbourne CBD.

 

What you’ll need to make it possible

• Be available to work 38 hours, Monday to Friday for a 12-month period.
• Currently in your penultimate or final year of an undergraduate degree in Business and Technology, Commerce, Global Business, Logistics and Supply Chain, Law, Finance, or a related business discipline, with a strong academic record.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 
• Methodical, with an ability to follow procedures, maintain confidentiality, and uphold compliance requirements.
• Clear communication, organisation and attention to detail skills.

 

Apply via the link and include:

• Cover letter (one page maximum) – to include your current university degree e.g. Bachelor of Business (Logistics & Supply Chain) penultimate/final year, highlight any relevant skills and what you would gain from the internship. 
• Current CV 

 

Why you’ll love it?

We support our people to be the healthiest and happiest versions of themselves. From providing initiatives that develop careers to looking after our people’s health, wellbeing and futures. Through the Viva Healthier and Happier program, we’re providing health benefits for everyone who works at Bupa, no matter their role.

 

Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, with a mix of time in the office and at home, while having plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, and take your experience to the next level. If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together. 

 

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.

 

We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants.

 

We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.

 

Location Melbourne Office (33X) Recruiter Megan Noone