About the role#
This paid internship offers an 11-week immersion into our logistics operations. You will gain hands-on experience by rotating through different operating divisions, attending account onboarding meetings, and working on a group project with other summer interns. This role is designed to connect your academic studies with real-world logistics and transportation challenges.
What you'll do#
- Learn the SMART and AS400 computer systems to manage customer shipments.
- Build a working knowledge of each logistics operating division.
- Participate in account onboarding meetings to understand the implementation process for new customers.
- Update the Director of Implementation on your progress during weekly group meetings.
- Complete assigned tasks within each division and work on a collaborative summer project.
- Maintain regular attendance during your scheduled shifts.
What you'll need#
- You are currently a Junior at an accredited college or university.
- You are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis in Logistics, Transportation, Management, or Marketing.
- Strong organizational, research, and analytical skills.
- Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks at once.
- Clear communication skills and an interest in account management.
- Previous customer service experience is preferred.
Location & details#
- Locations: Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois or Omaha, Nebraska.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- This is a paid internship.
About Werner Enterprises
Werner Enterprises operates as a transportation and logistics company. Founded in 1956, the business maintains its headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska. It ranks among the five largest truckload carriers in the United States. The company provides services across North America, including Mexico and Canada, with a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees.
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