Business Intern (Summer 2027) - Chicago, IL

FedEx; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Relocation stipend

Job summary

FedEx is offering a Summer 2027 Internship in Chicago, IL. The program runs for 10 weeks (June 7 – August 13) with a 40-hour/week schedule. The role emphasizes real-world project work, collaboration, and exposure to business operations.

Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions, and domicile requires proximity to a FedEx office in Chicago. Minimum education requires enrollment or recent graduation with a 3.0 GPA and a business-related degree.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Degree: Business Degree or related discipline.
• No experience required.
• Ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Present and deliver long-term solutions that will have significant impacts to the business and/or customer experience.
• Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Business Degree or related discipline

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

As a FedEx Intern, you will be working on projects gaining you valuable, real-world experience in a professional environment as it relates to your field of study.

Essential Functions

• Present and deliver long-term solutions that will have significant impacts to the business and/or customer experience.
• Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Summer 2027 Internship - Availability to work 40 hours/week for a 10- week program, June 7th - August 13th. Resumes should include the following information: email address, telephone number, name of college/university, degree, major, GPA, date of intended graduation (month & year).

Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions. Sponsorship may be available for full-time, exempt positions, depending on the specific role and federal regulations. Note, sponsorship is never guaranteed under any circumstances

Domicile:

This position will be hybrid in Chicago, IL and candidates must live within a 50-mile radius. Employees will be required to work at a FedEx office location up to several times per week.

Minimum Education

Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) at a college/university obtaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Degree: Business Degree or related discipline.

Minimum Experience

No experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work productivity and productively, both independently and as a part of a team.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.

Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.

Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with across business units and to all levels of management.

Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Engage with vendors, update contact information, assist with onboarding and follow company requirements

Strong communication skills to work with vendors and team members, solve problems, and enhance daily operations

Pay Transparency:

Pay: Salary is $25/hour for undergraduates and $30/hour for graduates. A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles for an onsite or hybrid internship or co‑op experience.

Additional Details:

Ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, meet deadlines, and improve daily work processesKnowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Salesforce to update records, track information, and schedule tasks

Pay Transparency:

The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire. In CT, IL, MD, MN, and NJ any compensable Security and Walk Time will be paid to non‑exempt/hourly employees at the state minimum wage.

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Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:

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