Intern-Data Scientist

FedEx Freight; Southwind (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

FedEx Freight internship program in Memphis, TN invites a motivated intern to train with department management and staff. You will gain hands-on experience with applications and tools related to your field of study, perform tasks and project work under supervision, and undertake assignments aligned with your degree area.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Math/Statistics or related discipline, with a GPA of 3.0+.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Math/Statistics or related qualitative discipline and enrolled in a related Master’s Degree Program (or have graduated within the last 12 months)
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• May require completion of courses related to the functional department assigned
• Must be reliable and exhibit follow-through
• Must be adept in completing assignments and solving problems
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills
• Experience and ability to use Microsoft Office Software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Responsibilities

• Train with department management and staff to gain work experience
• Gain working knowledge of applications and tools related to the assigned area
• Perform assigned tasks and project work with supervision
• Assignments are related to the Intern’s field of study

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Math/Statistics or related field

Currently enrolled in related Master’s Degree Program or graduated within 12 months

GPA 3.0 or above

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: Bachelor's: $25.00/hour, Graduate: $30.00/hour.

This position will be domiciled at a FedEx Freight location in Memphis, TN. You will be required to work at a FedEx Freight Location several times per week.

Individuals who relocate 50 or more miles for this position may qualify for a $2,000 relocation allowance following the start of the internship, subject to satisfying documentation requirements.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Train with department management, professional and support staff in order to gain work experience. Gain a working knowledge of applications and tools related to assigned functional area; perform assigned tasks and project work with supervision; specific duties/tasks determined by department management. Assignments are directly related to Intern’s field of study.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform meaningful work in assigned department
• Participate in projects and tasks as assigned
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Disclaimer

This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Math/Statistics or related qualitative discipline and enrolled in a related Master’s Degree Program (or have graduated within the last 12 months) at an accredited college or university
• A Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
• Depending on the functional area supported, additional knowledge, skills, abilities and experience may be required
• May require completion of courses related to specific functional department assigned
• Must be reliable and exhibit follow-through
• Must be adept in completing assignments and solving problems
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills
• Experience and ability to use Microsoft Office Software, including but not limited to: Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

PREFERRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• This position will be aligned to the Pricing Science & Analysis department.

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