Logistics Intern

Grimco • Sunset Hills, MO

22h

About The Position

We're looking for a summer intern to join our Logistics team and gain hands-on exposure to the day-to-day operations that keep our supply chain running smoothly. This internship offers direct shadowing experience with logistics coordinators and operations and supply chain data analysts, providing a front-row view of how orders, shipments, and data come together to solve problems and enhance the customer experience.

Requirements

• Currently a junior or senior pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
• Genuinely curious about how things work and interested in understanding the why behind a process, not just the steps.
• Detail-oriented and able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player who communicates well, asks thoughtful questions, and is eager to learn.
• Comfortable with, or eager to learn, Excel and spreadsheet tools.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to data analysis or AI tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, or Copilot is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Shadow logistics coordinators to learn how shipments are planned, tracked, and resolved when issues arise.
• Work alongside operations and supply chain data analysts to understand how logistics data is collected, organized, and used to support decisions.
• Assist with day-to-day activities such as securing truckloads and reviewing delivery and transportation cost trends.
• Help document and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for internal and external teams.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency and process improvement based on data, observations, and team feedback.
• Participate in team meetings, contribute ideas, and complete a small project or presentation by the end of the internship to showcase what you learned.

Benefits

• Direct shadowing and mentorship from logistics coordinators and operations and supply chain data analysts.
• Hands-on exposure to shipment planning, tracking, carrier sourcing, issue resolution, and the flow of orders through the supply chain.
• Practical experience using logistics data to evaluate delivery performance, transportation costs, and operational trends.
• Opportunities to contribute to process improvements, SOP development, and a meaningful end-of-internship project or presentation.
• Competitive internship compensation and the opportunity to be considered for future roles as business needs and candidate fit align.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed