About the role#
Allen Lund Company is hiring an intern for a rolling internship based in Des Moines, Iowa. This is a paid, full-time, on-site position. We look for individuals pursuing degrees in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Logistics. This role offers the potential for a full-time position upon completion for the right candidate.
What you'll do#
- Assist with load tracking, tracing, and ensuring app compliance.
- Build loads, set up carriers, and schedule pickup and delivery appointments.
- Update customer systems and provide critical information for shipper and carrier tracking.
- Gain training and exposure to booking loads.
- Develop comfort and confidence communicating with carriers over the phone regarding lanes, equipment, and availability.
- Manage carrier documentation, including contacting insurance companies for certificates and checking references.
- Answer phones, distribute calls to brokers, and support the accounting team.
- Handle general office duties while following company principles.
What you'll need#
- Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication skills and a customer service orientation.
- A self-motivated, competitive, and outgoing personality.
- Ability to work well within a team.
- High attention to detail.
Location & details#
- Location: Des Moines, Iowa.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time, temporary.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About Allen Lund Company
Allen Lund Company is a freight broker and 3PL provider founded in 1976. The company manages more than 640,000 shipments each year through a network of 40 offices across the United States. It specializes in services including dry, refrigerated, flatbed, and international freight. Based in La Canada, California, the firm employs over 800 people.
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