Operations Intern (Summer Management Operations Internship)

Company Overview

Murphy-Hoffman Company (MHC-Kenworth) is a prominent multi-state network of Kenworth truck dealers, proudly serving over 50,000 customers with a comprehensive suite of truck services.

Job Overview & Program Details

The MHC Operations Intern Program is an intensive 12-week summer internship, designed as an accelerated version of our full-time Management Trainee Program. This program offers a unique opportunity for a hands-on, deep dive into the operational intricacies of either our Parts or Service Department. Interns will gain invaluable experience by rotating through each departmental position, actively contributing to the business, and culminating in a significant process improvement project.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Execute Business Initiatives: Actively participate in and execute business initiatives, gaining hands-on experience across various facets of a dealership environment.
• Supervised Learning: Perform assigned job functions, leveraging your education, training, and experience, all under the close supervision of a manager or other designated employees.
• Departmental Rotation: Develop critical business acumen by rotating through different positions within the assigned department, fostering a comprehensive understanding of business operations.
• Impactful Project: Contribute directly to business efficiency by conducting a summer-long process improvement project, with the opportunity to make a tangible impact.
• Career Pipeline: This internship serves as a direct pipeline into MHC’s Full-Time Management Trainee Program for successful candidates.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive Compensation: Starting pay ranging from $15-23 per hour.
• Industry Exposure: Gain direct, on-the-job exposure to leading a business within a multi-billion-dollar industry.
• Career Development: Receive robust on-the-job training and partake in succession planning tailored for your personal career goals.
• Professional Growth: Abundant opportunities for networking and making professional connections within the industry.

Qualifications

• Academic Pursuit: Must be actively pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree at an accredited college or university.
• Availability: Willingness to commit to working 40 hours per week for 10-12 weeks during the summer months.
• Preferred Skills: Strong leadership and sales skills are highly preferred.
• Customer Focus: Demonstrated strong commitment to providing quality work and excellent customer service.
• Adaptability: Ability to accept and integrate constructive feedback effectively.

Benefits (General Company Benefits)

• Internal Promotion Opportunities
• On the Job Training

About Us

MHC’s rich history traces back to Ozark Kenworth, Inc., which began in Springfield, Missouri, in January 1975 with only three employees and no Parts or Service department in a temporary facility. From those humble beginnings, the company experienced substantial growth and expansion. Today, MHC stands as a vast multi-state network encompassing full-service diesel truck dealerships, dynamic leasing and rental operations, specialized transport refrigeration locations, and a dedicated finance company providing a complete array of finance and insurance services. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where employees can realize their full potential, offering a workplace where personal and professional growth are highly valued.

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