Sales & Operations Intern

MegaCorp Logistics; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Annual parties

Company outings

Job summary

MegaCorp Logistics Internship program offers hands-on experience in sales within a fast-paced 3PL environment. You will participate in a structured 6-week sales program, learning lead generation, discovery, solution development, and closing steps with mentor guidance.

You'll help build client relationships, support operations, and assist in rate negotiations as you gain real-world logistics experience alongside experienced broker teams.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Salesforce experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Foster Relationships: Help build and nurture relationships with potential clients and internal teams.
• Assist with Operations Management: Support the operations team in monitoring carrier performance and ensuring operational efficiency.
• Support Negotiations: Assist in negotiating rates and terms with guidance from senior team members.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Currently enrolled in college

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Ranked as a top 30 brokerage company and in the top 100 of all Logistics Companies in the US, MegaCorp Logistics is a fast-growing third-party logistics company. We are seeking highly creative and motivated individuals who are committed to finding successful answers to our clients' needs. Our team represents decades of experience in the 3PL industry and we are looking to add more talent to our team. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes unlimited earning potential, medical/dental/vision benefits, matching 401(k) Plan, paid time off, and many more perks in a fun high-energy environment. We have our employee's best interest at heart and know you are not simply a number. We want you to thrive in a positive work environment so we give you the tools for success.

Are you looking to jumpstart your career in logistics and business development?

Join us for a dynamic internship where you'll gain hands-on experience and valuable industry insights in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. This internship offers a comprehensive opportunity to learn, grow, and make valuable connections in the logistics industry.

Sales Internship Experience

As part of the internship, you will participate in a structured 6-week sales program designed to build practical knowledge of the MegaCorp sales cycle and confidence selling within logistics.

• Work through an assigned prospect account while learning each stage of the MegaCorp Sales Cycle, from lead generation and pre-call planning through discovery, solution development, follow-up, and closing.
• Build prospecting skills using research, LinkedIn, calling, email, referrals, Salesforce, and other lead-generation techniques.
• Practice sales outreach through mock calls and emails, including creating strong openings, identifying decision-makers, qualifying opportunities, handling objections, and setting firm follow-ups.
• Learn how to uncover customer needs, ask effective discovery questions, and develop tailored logistics solutions that communicate MegaCorp's value.
• Gain exposure to MegaCorp sales tools, marketing materials, customer visibility resources, and operational processes while working alongside experienced broker teams.
• Create and deliver a final sales presentation that matches your assigned prospect's logistics needs with MegaCorp services, followed by exposure to a broker panel.

What You'll Do

• Foster Relationships: Help build and nurture relationships with potential clients and internal teams.
• Assist with Operations Management: Support the operations team in monitoring carrier performance and ensuring operational efficiency.
• Support Negotiations: Assist in negotiating rates and terms with guidance from senior team members.

What You'll Learn

• Organizational Skills: Learn how to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently.
• Time Management: Gain experience in prioritizing and balancing responsibilities.
• Business Acumen: Understand the logistics industry and how to drive business growth.
• Leadership Development: Develop leadership skills by shadowing and working alongside senior team members.
• Negotiation Techniques: Learn negotiation strategies and gain hands-on experience in closing deals.

Training & Development

• Team Environment: Work alongside a current broker team, gaining real-world experience.
• Sales Training: Participate in a 6-week sales internship experience focused on the sales cycle, prospecting, customer discovery, solution development, closing business, and broker insight.
• Operational Excellence: Receive feedback and reviews to enhance your performance and growth.

Mega Awesome Perks

• Fun Company Culture: Enjoy birthday celebrations, health and wellness initiatives (including gym membership), annual parties, and company outings.

What We're Looking For

• Required Qualifications: Currently enrolled in college.
• Skills: Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills. Experience with Salesforce is a bonus.
• Professional Traits: Strong work ethic, accountability, professionalism, persistence, integrity, and a team-first mindset.

MegaCorp Logistics, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact the HR Department at [phone] ext. 1030.

Pay Range

Intern Pay Range - Hourly Position

$15 - $15 USD