Logistics Specialist Intern

CHS Inc.; Inver Grove Heights (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Inc. is offering a Logistics Specialist Intern position within our centralized rail transportation group. You will support rail logistics process improvement, reporting, and shipment visibility while working with the logistics team to analyze data and propose practical recommendations.

The internship runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is ideal for detail-oriented students studying supply chain, logistics, or related fields who want hands-on experience in a large

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Supply Chain Management/Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, Business Economics, or Agribusiness.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to organize data, review information for accuracy, and summarize findings.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Support a defined rail logistics project focused on improving shipment visibility, reporting accuracy, or process documentation.
• Gather and organize rail shipment, service, and operational data to support project analysis.
• Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities to improve rail logistics processes.
• Build or update reports, tools, and process documentation that help the logistics team work more efficiently.
• Partner with logistics team members to understand current workflows and document improvement opportunities.
• Recommend practical changes based on project findings and team feedback.
• Present project findings, recommendations, and outcomes to the logistics team.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

Skills

Data organization

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Currently enrolled in Supply Chain Management/Logistics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.

Summary

Through an internship with CHS, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects that support agriculture, strengthen communities, and help advance a global business. Our paid internship program offers an opportunity to build practical skills, grow your leadership capabilities, and see how your ideas can make an impact. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and connect with mentors, industry experts and senior leaders, while gaining career insights, building relationships and exploring how CHS businesses work together to empower agriculture.

CHS has an opportunity in our centralized rail transportation group for a Logistics Specialist Intern. This role will support rail logistics process improvement, reporting, and shipment visibility. The intern will work with the logistics team to analyze data, understand workflows, and develop practical recommendations that support more efficient rail operations. This role is a good fit for someone who is detail-oriented, curious, comfortable working with data, and interested in supply chain. The hours for this position will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Support a defined rail logistics project focused on improving shipment visibility, reporting accuracy, or process documentation.
• Gather and organize rail shipment, service, and operational data to support project analysis.
• Analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities to improve rail logistics processes.
• Build or update reports, tools, and process documentation that help the logistics team work more efficiently.
• Partner with logistics team members to understand current workflows and document improvement opportunities.
• Recommend practical changes based on project findings and team feedback.
• Present project findings, recommendations, and outcomes to the logistics team.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Currently enrolled in Supply Chain Management/Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, Finance, Business Economics, or Agribusiness
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Ability to organize data, review information for accuracy, and summarize findings
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems and processes

Additional Qualifications

• Interest in transportation, logistics, supply chain, agriculture, or rail operations
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, process improvement, or project work
• Strong communication skills and ability to ask questions, share updates, and work with a team

CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.

If eligibility requirements are met, you may participate in 401(k).

CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.

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