Logistics Internship

BDP International; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BDP International in Philadelphia is offering a Logistics Internship to gain hands-on experience in import/export, cargo booking and freight operations. You will learn to coordinate trucking, prepare documents and liaise with carriers.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years in the industry, with standard hours and additional time as necessary. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years industry experience.
• Knowledge of Transportation industry, Import/Global transportation/Regulatory and business development.
• Standard hours and additional time as necessary.
• Must maintain professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• A college degree is required.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Good communication skills and a strong attention to detail are required.
• Candidate should have the ability to learn various computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Book cargo and arrange trucking if applicable.
• Send Booking Confirmation/Delivery Orders.
• Issue Bills of Lading and Export Declaration.
• Arranges shipping details such as export licenses, customs declarations, and packing, shipping, and routing of product.
• Review customer requirements/Letters of Credit and report any problems/discrepancies to the customer.
• Maintain communication with steamship agents/truckers as to status of shipments.
• Advise customer of any problems, changes, or delays by phone, fax, E-Mail, or reports.
• Ensure BDP's/Customer’s time standards are kept up and that files are completed within time constraints.
• Open, invoice and close out files.
• Interface and maintain good relations with clients as required.
• Ensure all decisions and actions take into account the utmost safety in respect to the quality of the environment and health of employees and contractors in which BDP interacts with on a daily basis.

Skills

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Title

Logistics Internship

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Location

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category

Operations

Job Type

Permanent

Job Description

About PSA BDP:

PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port-centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.

We are a team that celebrates our unique diversity and close-knit community atmosphere. Our core values begin at the very top and span the broad reach of our global community.

We offerdynamic careersfor those individuals looking to be a part of something bigger and provide unequivocal opportunities for growth within the organization.

PSA BDP serves over 5,000 customers, including some of the world's leading multinational companies within thechemical, retail & consumer, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, and electric vehicle & industrial verticals.

Main responsibilities

• Book cargo and arrange trucking if applicable.
• Send Booking Confirmation/Delivery Orders.
• Issue Bills of Lading and Export Declaration.
• Arranges shipping details such as export licenses, customs declarations, and packing, shipping, and routing of product.
• Review customer requirements/Letters of Credit and report any problems/discrepancies to the customer.
• Maintain communication with steamship agents/truckers as to status of shipments.
• Advise customer of any problems, changes, or delays by phone, fax, E-Mail, or reports.
• EnsureBDP's/Customer’s time standards are kept up and that files are completed within time constraints (exceptions: problems of which the shipperis aware, Consular Work, etc.).
• Open, invoice and close out files.
• Interface and maintain good relationswith clients as required.
• Ensure all decisions and actions take into account the utmost safety in respect to the quality of the environment and health of employees and contractors in which BDP interacts with on a daily basis.

Exemption Type

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 3years industry experience
• Knowledge of Transportation industry, Import/Global transportation/Regulatory and business development
• Standard hours and additional time as necessary
• Must maintain professional attitude and appearance at all times
• A college degree is required.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Good communication kills and a strong attention to detail arerequired.
• Candidate should have the ability to learn various computer programs.

Physical Capabilities:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position is considered to be sedentary, and no unusual physical requirements are necessary to perform daily tasks. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach with hands and arms, vision abilities, hear, speak and read. The employee is regularly required to use but is not limited to computer, fax machine and phone. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Please note: There is no relocation or immigration assistance associated with this opening.

***Thisis a great opportunity to advance your career! Come join our growing BDP team!***

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