Operations Internship, Fall 2026

NWU; Akron (OH); Presencial; USD 17.000 - 24.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Maternity leave (6 weeks)

Parental leave (2 weeks)

Paid holidays

Descripción de la vacante

NWU in Akron, OH is seeking a student intern to gain exposure to basic transportation management. You will participate in freight planning, asset utilization, safety, DOT compliance, driver payroll, logistics analysis, driver supervision, and maintenance coordination.

Applicants must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and able to work 20-25 hours per week. Proficiency in MS Office and flexible hours are required; GED/HS diploma is required.

Formación

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in good standing at an accredited college or university.
• GED and High School diploma required.

Responsabilidades

• Gaining exposure and understanding of basic transportation management principles.
• Participating in daily operational tasks such as freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, DOT compliance, driver payroll, logistics management and analysis, driver supervision, and maintenance coordination.
• Understanding industry trends and company initiatives related to driver retention.
• Performing account-specific duties as required by customers.
• Completing other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Microsoft Office

Educación

Undergraduate or graduate student enrollment

Descripción del empleo

Your Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Gaining exposure and understanding of basic transportation management principles.
• Participating in daily operational tasks such as freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance, driver payroll, Customer Value Delivery, logistics management and analysis, driver supervision, profit-and-loss management, and maintenance coordination.
• Understanding industry trends and company initiatives related to driver retention.
• Performing account-specific duties as required by customers.
• Completing other related duties as assigned.

About You

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in good standing at an accredited community college, college, or university.
• Ability to work 20-25 hours per week during the school semester.
• Adaptability to a dynamic work environment with shifting priorities and directives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Junior or Senior level preferred.
• GED and High School diploma required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay of $15, with starting pay influenced by skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications.
• Eligibility for annual bonuses and incentives based on profitability or volumes according to company plans.
• For full-time positions, benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability coverage; paid time off including vacation and sick leave; six weeks of paid maternity leave; two weeks of paid parental leave; and six paid holidays annually.