Logistics Operations Intern

Job Description

Internship | Allen Lund Company

The Tone:
This is an internship at Allen Lund Company, a transportation brokerage that began with a single office in 1976 and has since grown to 43 offices. This role is crucial for supporting the company’s daily logistics and administrative operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and contributing to the overall success of its customer-focused mission. It also offers a valuable opportunity for career development and potential full-time employment within a supportive company culture.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Internship (with full-time potential)
• Location: In-person

• Mission: Support core logistics, carrier documentation, and general office functions to maintain operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Logistics Coordination: Track loads, ensure app compliance, and manage pickup and delivery schedules.
• Carrier Relationship Management: Set up carriers, verify documentation, update insurance, and communicate about lanes and equipment.
• Information System Updates: Input critical data into customer systems and update active load information for shipper and carrier tracking.
• Administrative Support: Answer phones, assist with accounting functions, and manage general office duties.
• Brokerage Skill Development: Gain exposure and training with the potential for booking loads and communicating with carriers.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level individual who is self-motivated, enthusiastic, and competitive, demonstrating a strong customer service orientation.
• Interpersonal: Values teamwork, possesses excellent and effective communication skills, and is an open communicator.
• Efficiency: Exhibits excellent time-management skills with the ability to multitask, combined with a highly organized and detail-oriented approach.