Operations Management Intern - Logistics, Analytics & Impact

Werner Management Inc; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Job summary

Werner Enterprises in Omaha, Nebraska offers a paid summer internship designed to connect classroom learning with real-world logistics and supply chain operations. You will train, gain hands-on experience, and participate in collaborative projects at our corporate HQ, with some remote and off-site opportunities.

During the internship you will learn to manage driver assignments, analyze routes, and develop a Summer Project Proposal addressing a key business need, while enjoying mentorship and

Qualifications

• Pursuing Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal relationship-building.
• Eagerness to learn logistics and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to manage and support a fleet of professional drivers to maximize productivity, safety, and operational efficiency while ensuring top-tier customer service.
• Dive into every aspect of logistics and supply chain management, overseeing driver assignments from start to finish while managing in-transit progress and service workflows for smooth end-to-end execution.
• Work directly with load planners and account management teams to analyze and determine optimal transportation solutions, leveraging internal platforms and tools to maximize freight efficiency and minimize dwell time.
• Track operational metrics—such as driver production, deadhead, and retention to ensure high performance and operational success.
• Develop and present a comprehensive Summer Project Proposal, taking insights gained from the operations role to address a key business need—a major, time-intensive initiative throughout the internship.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Eagerness to learn logistics

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Werner Enterprises in Omaha, Nebraska offers a paid summer internship designed to connect classroom learning with real-world logistics and supply chain operations. You will train, gain hands-on experience, and participate in collaborative projects at our corporate HQ, with some remote and off-site opportunities.

During the internship you will learn to manage driver assignments, analyze routes, and develop a Summer Project Proposal addressing a key business need, while enjoying mentorship and