Hybrid Managed Transportation Intern – Learn, Optimize

Ruan; Des Moines (CA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Ruan is seeking a Managed Transportation Intern for Fall 2026 to gain hands-on experience in routing optimization, carrier tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role blends on-site work at our Des Moines campus with remote tasks to support our transportation customers and internal teams.

The internship emphasizes applying college knowledge in a practical setting, collaborating with customers and colleagues, and developing professional skills in a dynamic supply chain environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing college degree in supply chain, logistics, HR, or IT.
• Interest in transportation and related projects during Fall 2026 internship.
• Strong verbal and written communication required.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Learn routing optimization, carrier tracking, and continuous improvement projects.
• Support creation of reports and presentation materials.
• Work closely with internal and external customers to understand needs and deliver solutions.
• Assist in financial and performance analyses for the business unit.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Task prioritization

Education

Some college courses preferred

Supply Chain

Logistics

Human Resources

IT

Job description

Ruan is seeking a Managed Transportation Intern for Fall 2026 to gain hands-on experience in routing optimization, carrier tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role blends on-site work at our Des Moines campus with remote tasks to support our transportation customers and internal teams.

The internship emphasizes applying college knowledge in a practical setting, collaborating with customers and colleagues, and developing professional skills in a dynamic supply chain environment.