Logistics Intern

Job Description

Logistics Intern (Year-Round) | Valeo

The Tone:
This is a year-round logistics internship at Valeo, located in the US. Valeo is a global high-technology company that designs revolutionary solutions to reinvent mobility, serving as a key automotive supplier and partner to new mobility players worldwide. The company is a leader in its fields, recognized as one of the largest innovative companies globally, with a vision to invent a greener and safer mobility through intuitive driving and significant CO2 emission reductions. Joining Valeo means becoming part of a global community of over 100,000 employees across 31 countries, including more than 20,000 engineers in Research & Development, contributing to the autonomous and connected car revolution. Interns grow and thrive working on advanced technologies for greener, safer, and smarter mobility within a multicultural environment that values diversity, international collaboration, and a strong commitment to limiting environmental impact, ranked as the number one company in the automotive sector for sustainable development.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Year-round (full-time in summer, part-time during school year)
• Location: In-person, US
• Team: Supply Chain CIM – J
• Mission: Support daily logistics and inventory operations to ensure on-time delivery and optimize stock levels for Valeo’s advanced mobility solutions.
• Tech Stack: ERP, WMS, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Manage Freight and Inventory: Assist with daily logistics operations, including managing inbound and outbound freight, and support inventory activities like cycle counting and stock optimization.
• Coordinate Shipments: Participate in the coordination of shipments, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to customer requirements.
• Apply Logistics Systems: Learn and utilize logistics software and systems such as ERP and WMS to streamline operations.
• Analyze Performance Data: Contribute to data analysis to identify areas for improving logistics performance and prepare related reports.
• Facilitate Communication: Communicate with internal teams (e.g., production, purchasing) and external partners (e.g., carriers, suppliers) to ensure smooth operations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, or a recent graduate.
• Experience: A strong interest in logistics and supply chain operations.
• Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), strong written and verbal communication, and detailed organizational abilities.
• Bonus: Familiarity with ERP or WMS systems is a plus.