Company Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Expeditors is a leader in the international transportation industry looking for motivated team players who desire a challenging and rewarding place to work. Expeditors culture of organic growth and promotion from within attracts the highest caliber employees.

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

15,000 trained professionals250+ locations worldwideFortune 500Globally unified systems

Job Description

Scope of Position:

Ensure the proper and timely movement of freight and information, while complying with internal and external requirements and providing exceptional customer service.

Major Duties and Responsibilities may include the following:

Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customersAdherence to Operational Process StandardsDaily tracking of shipments and corresponding documentsWork with the team to provide solutions to customersComply with customer requirements and proceduresProactively communicate timely status updates to customersCommunicate with international and domestic customers and officesUpdate shipment information in the Expeditors systemTrack and trace international cargoTimely settlement of shipments and filing of TariffsPreparation of reports, as requiredPrepare and process international documentationComply with US and foreign regulations

Interns will learn:

About the logistics industry, Expeditors and our cultureAbout our systemsAbout professional, pro-active, high expectation customer service

QualificationsEffective verbal and written communications skillsStrong organizational and prioritizing skillsExperience with Microsoft Office ApplicationsDisplayed ability to work independentlyExcellent attendance practicesAttention to detail, curiosity, professionalism, integrity, sense of humorGlobal geographic knowledge and multi-lingual abilities are always desired

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits to long-term, full time employees:

Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and VisionLife and Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development Program

This opportunity does not sponsor work visas and has no relocation assistance.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.