Logistics Operations Intern
About The Position
Support the execution side of our shipping and logistics operation — validating packages and orders, monitoring real-time shipping data, and actively managing order commitment dates to secure the best-cost carrier options. This role requires sharp attention to detail, comfort working across operational systems, and the judgment to flag issues before they become costly delays. A core focus of this role is package and order validation — reviewing orders before they ship to ensure accuracy, catch errors, and identify opportunities to move commitment dates or adjust carrier selection for cost savings.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Interest in logistics, operations, supply chain, and/or data analytics
- Strong attention to detail — comfortable catching errors across high-volume order data
- Comfortable working with spreadsheets and web-based order/shipping systems
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication, follow-through, and a team-oriented mindset
- Willingness to learn carrier systems and internal operational workflows
Responsibilities
- Validate package details against order specs before shipment
- Review orders for errors, mismatches, or missing info
- Identify opportunities to adjust commitment dates for better carrier rates
- Coordinate timing changes with internal teams to unlock cost savings
- Flag validation exceptions and escalate appropriately
- Monitor real-time carrier rates and service windows
- Recommend lower-cost options based on order specs & dates
- Assist with shipment corrections and reprocessing
- Track cost-savings outcomes across optimized shipments
- Support carrier service requests and operational follow-up
- Help identify root causes of delays and high shipping costs
- Support day-to-day operational workflows and escalations
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives
- Respond to shipping requests from internal teams
- Maintain shipping records and validation logs
- Support shipment tracking and workflow documentation
- Assist in building out operational SOPs over time
- Keep internal teams informed on logistics status
Benefits
- Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with real operational ownership
- Hands-on exposure to real-world shipping and logistics systems
- Learn carrier platforms and cost optimization strategies
- Make an immediate, measurable operational impact from day one
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
