Management Intern

Job Description

Management Internship | Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.

The Tone:
This is an in-person, 9-week summer internship at Dayton Freight Lines, Inc., designed for individuals seeking an accelerated introduction to the transportation industry. Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. operates as a stable and growing organization, focused on providing efficient freight services through well-defined policies, procedures, and philosophies. This role is crucial for future leaders to gain foundational knowledge of service center operations and the company’s mission, contributing directly to daily success while being considered for a full-time management trainee position upon graduation.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Seasonal
• Location: In-person
• Pay: $23.35 hourly
• Mission: Contribute to the success of a Service Center by deeply understanding its operational functions and organizational mission.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Industry Acumen: Absorb essential knowledge concerning the broader transportation sector, including key trends and operational standards.
• Organizational Immersion: Understand Dayton Freight’s specific policies, established procedures, and foundational philosophies that guide its operations.
• Role Comprehension: Learn and grasp the unique functions and responsibilities of various positions within a Service Center.
• Mission Alignment: Comprehend how each individual role contributes directly to the overarching mission of Dayton Freight.
• Operational Contribution: Actively participate and contribute to the day-to-day success and efficiency of the Service Center through learned insights.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in an accredited college, seeking to gain foundational knowledge in the transportation industry.
• Experience: No prior professional experience required, only a willingness to learn operational roles and contribute to a service center environment.
• Skills: Basic mathematical aptitude for operational tasks; Fluency in English for effective communication and understanding.
• Bonus: Flexibility and willingness to work across all three shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) during the program.