About the role#
Allen Lund Company offers a paid internship for students interested in the truck transportation industry. This is a full-time, on-site role based in La Canada, California. The position is available on a rolling basis and provides training with the potential for future full-time employment for the right candidate.
What you'll do#
- Assist with load tracking, tracing, and app compliance.
- Build loads and set up carriers.
- Schedule pickup and delivery appointments.
- Update customer systems and provide critical information for active load tracking.
- Gain training and exposure to booking loads.
- Develop comfort and confidence when speaking with carriers on the phone.
- Call carriers to inquire about lanes, equipment types, and quantities.
- Ensure proper documentation reaches Carrier Resources.
- Contact insurance companies for certificates and update insurance records.
- Answer phones, distribute calls, and support the accounting function.
- Handle general office duties.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior in a Bachelor's degree program.
- Preferred majors include Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related fields.
- Strong customer service orientation and work ethic.
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented approach.
- Excellent communication skills.
- A self-motivated, confident, and competitive mindset.
- Ability to work well within a team.
Location & details#
- Location: La Canada, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $18 per hour.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
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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