About the role#
This internship provides practical experience in trade compliance within the Customs Compliance team at ABB Canada. You will support the preparation of duty drawback claims and maintain the data required for these processes. You will work under the guidance of experienced colleagues and receive training to support your tasks.
What you'll do#
- Organize and validate import and export records in Excel.
- Match items to the correct ABB product part numbers.
- Support customs compliance activities, including classification data, CUSMA certificates of origin, and ERP data files.
- Assist with export declarations.
- Coordinate road and courier shipments under supervision.
- Respond to requests from internal and external partners.
- Help maintain work procedures.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with large datasets.
- Ability to read technical product information and learn new tools quickly.
- Strong analytical skills and a detail-oriented, methodical approach.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities to meet deadlines.
- Fluency in French and English, as you will communicate with customers outside Quebec.
- Familiarity with ERP systems like Infor or SAP is an asset.
- An interest in customs or international trade is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Dorval, Quebec, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site (5 days per week).
- Employment: Full-time internship.
About ABB
ABB operates in the automation machinery manufacturing sector. The company provides electrification and automation technologies for industrial applications. It serves clients in energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors. Based in Zurich, the company employs over 147,000 people globally.
How to get in at ABB
Securing an internship at ABB requires speed, as high-volume roles often fill quickly. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first. Early applicants get seen before the pile grows, which is a significant advantage in a large organization. You should also look for ways to connect with the team behind the job postings. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company's roles so you can reach out directly to ask about the role or a referral. This approach materially improves response rates compared to submitting an application into a general queue.
