Summer Management Operations Internship

Job Description

Here’s a detailed and enriched job description for the MHC Operations Intern Program:

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Summer Management Operations Internship

### Program Overview

Murphy-Hoffman Company (MHC-Kenworth) invites ambitious individuals to join its Operations Intern Program, a intensive 12-week summer experience designed to provide a deep dive into the operations of a leading multi-state Kenworth truck dealer network. This program serves as a direct pipeline into MHC’s Full-Time Management Trainee Program, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a billion-dollar industry.

As an Operations Intern, you will immerse yourself in either the Parts or Service Department, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how the business functions by rotating through each position within the assigned department. This isn’t just observation; you’ll be actively contributing to the business’s success.

### Key Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities

• Hands-on Dealership Operations: Execute business initiatives while gaining practical, hands-on experience across various facets of the dealership’s operations.
• Supervised Job Functions: Utilize your education, training, and experience to perform assigned tasks and functions, working under the close supervision of a manager or other designated employees, ensuring a supportive learning environment.
• Comprehensive Departmental Understanding: Develop essential skills and knowledge through strategic rotation within your assigned department, leading to a thorough understanding of running a complex business unit.
• Impactful Process Improvement Project: Seize the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the business by conducting a summer-long process improvement project, contributing directly to efficiency and success.

### What We Offer

MHC is committed to fostering an environment where employees can realize their full potential and grow both personally and professionally. As an Operations Intern, you will benefit from:

• Competitive Compensation: A starting pay of $15-23 per hour.
• Industry Exposure: Direct, on-the-job exposure to leading a business within the dynamic and expansive billion-dollar trucking industry.
• Career Growth Path: Robust on-the-job training combined with succession planning to support your personal career goals and prepare you for future leadership roles.
• Networking Opportunities: Valuable opportunities for networking and professional connection within a large, established company.
• Internal Promotion Focus: A strong culture that prioritizes internal promotion opportunities and invests in its employees’ development.

### Qualifications

We are looking for motivated individuals eager to learn and contribute:

• Education: Actively pursuing a graduate or undergraduate degree at an accredited college or university.
• Availability: Willingness to commit to 40 hours per week for 10-12 weeks during the summer months.
• Preferred Skills: Leadership and sales skills are strongly preferred.
• Customer-Centric Mindset: A strong commitment to providing quality work and excellent customer service.
• Growth Mindset: Ability to accept constructive feedback as a means for continuous improvement and professional growth.

### About MHC

MHC (Murphy-Hoffman Company) has a rich history rooted in Ozark Kenworth, Inc., which began in Springfield, Missouri, in January 1975. Starting with just three employees and no Parts or Service department in a temporary facility, the company has experienced remarkable growth and expansion.

Today, MHC stands as a multi-state network encompassing full-service diesel truck dealerships, robust leasing and rental operations, specialized transport refrigeration locations, and a dedicated finance company that offers a complete array of finance and insurance services. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where employees are empowered to realize their full potential, providing a pathway for both personal and professional development.

MHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.

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