International Trade Compliance Intern

Garmin Ltd.; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin Ltd. seeks a full-time International Trade Compliance Intern at its U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. You will assist with classification, EEI filings, and regulatory recordkeeping to support global import/export activities.

Ideal candidates pursue degrees in operations, logistics, or related fields, with strong academics and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Excellent organizational and analytical skills are required to succeed in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Logistics, Analytics, Business Administration (Finance), Economics, Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or other related field
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality

Responsibilities

• Report classification information to Garmin Customs Brokers
• Audit import and export documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Basic classification of Garmin’s finished goods for import and export
• Denied Party (DPL) screening for export and managing red flags
• File Electronic Export Information (EEI) for Garmin’s U.S. exports
• Correspond with foreign vendors/suppliers and Garmin Sourcing to obtain documentation and information.
• Regulatory required record keeping
• Compile international trade data for analysis and reporting to ensure global import, export and supply chain security compliance and measure effectiveness
• Assist with the maintenance and implementation of standardized integrated international trade procedures, compliance implementations, and projects
• Maintain good working relationships and actively cooperate with internal and external customers, business partners, and applicable government agencies, to execute import and export best practices

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Pursuing a degree in Operations / Supply Chain / Transportation / Logistics / Analytics / Business Administration (Finance) / Economics / Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time International Trade Compliance Intern at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for performing aspects of manufacturing and distribution operations activities regarding production, warehousing, and global product distribution. Responsibilities for this role include process design/improvement, process documentation and checklist, cost/benefit analysis of projects, and reporting results to management.

Essential Functions

• Report classification information to Garmin Customs Brokers
• Audit import and export documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Basic classification of Garmin’s “finished good” products for import and export
• Denied Party (DPL) screening for export and managing red flags
• File Electronic Export Information (EEI) for Garmin’s U.S. exports
• Correspond with foreign vendors/suppliers and Garmin Sourcing to obtain documentation and information.
• Regulatory required record keeping
• Compile international trade data for analysis and reporting to ensure global import, export and supply chain security compliance and measure effectiveness
• Assist with the maintenance and implementation of standardized integrated international trade procedures, compliance implementations, and projects
• Maintain good working relationships and actively cooperate with internal and external customers, business partners, and applicable government agencies, to execute import and export best practices

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Logistics, Analytics, Business Administration (Finance), Economics, Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical) or other related field
• Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality

Desired Qualifications

• Previous International Trade Compliance experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Intern Benefits