Warehouse Operations Intern- Carthage

Americold • Carthage, MO

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About The Position

This is a 12-week, full-time internship focused on learning warehouse and distribution management fundamentals in automated warehouse environments. The intern will contribute to process engineering and improvement initiatives, collaborate with teams and leaders to address operational challenges, and support inventory control and compliance activities. Occasional travel to other facilities in the surrounding area may be required.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Operations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in academic or professional settings, including project management responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, for data analysis and reporting.
• Ability to analyze problems and implement solutions in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with data collection methods and database query tools.
• Knowledge of SQL.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Creative and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply warehouse and facility operations, including dock and front office processes, labor and transportation planning, appointment scheduling, and inventory control.
• Support process engineering and improvement initiatives, including labor standards and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist shift leadership in coordinating and monitoring warehouse activities for assigned work teams to meet service and cost objectives.
• Collaborate with teams and managers to help resolve work-related issues and participate in safety training.
• Participate in formal orientations, trainings, and informal meetings with workforce members from various functions.
• Adhere to and ensure compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local OSHA regulations.
• Travel to other facilities in the surrounding area as required.
• Perform other essential duties as applicable and assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed