About the role#
This is a paid, full-time summer internship for 2027. You will gain hands-on experience in dispatching, customer service, and industry operations. You will work across various departments to build professional skills and learn how our business functions.
What you'll do#
- Dispatch orders efficiently and communicate with drivers to guide them to delivery sites.
- Coordinate with multiple plants and share trucks to improve service for customers in surrounding areas.
- Manage multiple tasks while interacting with contractors, salespeople, and dispatchers.
- Handle customer phone calls and enter data into our computer system.
- Solicit future orders and negotiate delivery times to secure business.
- Document customer complaints and route them to the appropriate manager or sales representative.
- Complete other tasks as assigned by your manager.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program with at least three years completed, or a recent graduate in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs at an intermediate to advanced level.
- Ability to prioritize projects and follow up on tasks in a timely manner.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to quality customer service.
Location & details#
- Location: United States
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Compensation: $18.00 per hour
About Cemstone
Cemstone is a family-owned business based in the Upper Midwest. Founded in 1927, the company specializes in ready-mix concrete and building materials. It provides aggregates, masonry supplies, and concrete placing services to its customers. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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