Logistics Routing & Optimization Intern

Job Description

Geographic Information Systems Internship | PCF

The Tone:
This is a hands-on internship at PCF, a company that delivers printed media to millions of homes across the Northeast region. As the Logistics Routing & Optimization Intern, you will directly apply your classroom skills to real-world challenges, contributing to new client onboarding, route restructures, geographical updates, and specialized client programs. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact by supporting PCF’s operational efficiency and customer satisfaction through geographic data management and analysis. You will collaborate with various internal departments, gaining broad exposure within the organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Northeast US
• Pay: $18–$20 hourly
• Team: This role interacts with Applications Development, IT Operations, and Distribution Operations teams.
• Mission: Help PCF optimize logistics through geographic data management, analysis, and system configuration to meet evolving customer and operational needs.
• Tech Stack: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Maps, Internet, Dart system

What You’ll Actually Do
• Manage Geographic Data: Input, update, and maintain geographic data within databases, collaborating with logistics professionals and other stakeholders on projects.
• Analyze Spatial Data: Examine spatial data to identify patterns, trends, and key relationships relevant to logistics and distribution.
• Configure Routing System: Learn and assist with the configuration of the Dart system to fulfill the changing needs of customers.
• Provide Customer Support: Serve as a customer liaison by providing regular updates on ticket statuses to internal customers and users.
• Support Logistics Operations: Contribute to new client onboarding, route restructures, geographical updates, and specialized client programs from data quality work to project coordination.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Current college student entering their Junior, Senior year, or Masters, enrolled in an academic program majoring in Geographic Information System, Information Technology, or a Logistics Program, with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Experience: Familiarity with MS Word, Outlook, Google Maps, Internet, and archive research skills, plus intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Skills: Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and the ability to carry out tasks independently. Excellent project management, organizational, and follow-through skill set. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bonus: Preferred coursework from an accredited college or university in GIS planning, engineering, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.