Intern, Solution Design and Implementation

ArcBest; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

ArcBest invites an Intern in Solution Design and Implementation to participate in fast-track training across transportation, logistics, and supply chain disciplines. You will shadow roles in Enterprise Customer Solutions during the first month and deliver a project addressing consolidation, pool distribution, and mode optimization.

The role requires pursuing a Bachelor's in Supply Chain & Logistics, Business, or Engineering, with no prior experience necessary.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics, Business, or Engineering Major, preferred.
• Completed Junior academic year, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete fast track training on transportation, logistics, and supply chain within the ArcBest business.
• Job shadow various roles within Enterprise Customer Solutions within the first 4 weeks.
• Manage a key project during the internship that is focused around supply chain solutions including consolidation, pool distribution, mode optimization, and process improvement.
• Develop a solution designed to meet requirements of various departments, customers, and ArcBest subsidiary companies.
• Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.
• Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.
• Other duties and projects, as assigned.

Skills

Active Learning

Flexibility

Initiative

Interpersonal Relationships

Managing Multiple Priorities

Problem Solving

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics

Business or Engineering Major

Completed Junior academic year

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

The Intern, Solution Design and Implementation assesses and conducts projects and processes in support of various departments. This position develops and implements complex supply chain solutions that span various transportation modes and include logistics and technology capability across all business units of ArcBest.

Responsibilities

• Complete fast track training on transportation, logistics, and supply chain within the ArcBest business.


• Job shadow various roles within Enterprise Customer Solutions within the first 4 weeks.


• Manage a key project during the internship that is focused around supply chain solutions including consolidation, pool distribution, mode optimization, and process improvement.


• Develop a solution designed to meet requirements of various departments, customers, and ArcBest subsidiary companies.


• Work in a team setting to accomplish department goals.


• Maintain a positive attitude in a highly intense environment.


• Other duties and projects, as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

• Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics, Business, or Engineering Major, preferred


• Completed Junior academic year, preferred

Experience:

• No prior experience necessary

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, preferred

Additional Requirements:

• Available for travel, as needed.

Competencies:

• Active Learning


• Flexibility and Adaptability


• Initiative


• Interpersonal Relationships


• Managing Multiple Priorities


• Problem Solving

Other Details

Work Hours:

• This is a part time position that will average fewer than 30 hours per week. Work hours generally fall between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimal (0%-25%)

Compensation:

• This is an hourly position paid biweekly.

About Us

ArcBest is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. We offer ground, air, and ocean transportation through various capacity providers, including our LTL carrier ABF Freight, our truckload service MoLo, and our expedite fleet Panther Premium Logistics. Through our managed solutions, we partner with customers to create logistics strategies that increase operational efficiencies, reduce costs and give better insights into their supply chains. We also offer moving services through U-Pack. Our technology and innovations team, ArcBest Technologies, provides custom-built solutions, leading-edge technology, and advanced analytics that help support our customers and optimize supply chains. Want to join the ArcBest team? We're looking for top talent who supports our values-driven culture and is driven to deliver an excellent customer experience.