Summer Internship - Customs Operations
About The Position
Satair is looking for a Summer Intern - Customs Operations to join our Finance team based in Herndon, VA. You will be part of the Finance team that works in partnership with the Warehouse Operations team to ensure seamless communication and execution of customs procedures. You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment while supporting key initiatives that directly impact efficiency and business growth. This internship offers a unique opportunity to understand how complex customs regulations are translated into daily warehouse operations and managed by a centralized compliance team.
Requirements
- HS Diploma/GED and currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree at an accredited college or university.
- Ability to work in the US without current or future need of visa sponsorship
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)
- Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and disciplines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills—the ability to clearly translate technical requirements into actionable operational steps, and vice versa.
- Capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment both independently and collectively
- Dependable, self-motivated and accessible
- Able to prioritize concurrent assignments with guidance.
- Strong computer background, including MS Excel and Google Suite application experience (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail)
- Ability to work in the US without current, or future, need of visa sponsorship/work authorization is required.
Nice To Haves
- Pursuing a degree (or recent graduate) in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, Law, or a related field.
- Previous coursework or exposure to Supply Chain, Logistics, or International Business/Trade concepts.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) or exposure to systems like SAPor similar .
- Experience in a role, project, or academic setting that required cross-functional communication or detailed procedure/process documentation.
- A basic understanding of, or strong interest in, Customs regulations, Incoterms, and HTS classification is a significant plus.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the main point of contact between our Warehouse Operations team (handling inbound/outbound shipments and documentation) and the Customs Compliance team (responsible for audit, classification and regulatory filings).
- Assist in the review and organization of essential customs documentation, including import/export declarations, commercial invoices, packing lists, and classification.
- Help document, update, and standardize operational procedures related to customs processing to improve efficiency and reduce compliance risk.
- Facilitate the rapid resolution of day-to-day customs-related questions or issues arising from the warehouse floor (e.g., discrepancies in HTS codes, incomplete paperwork).
- Support the compliance team in auditing transaction data provided by the warehouse to ensure accuracy before official customs submission.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
