Supply Chain Intern

Jimmy Jazz; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training program

On-site at Franklin office

Job summary

Sage Freight is seeking a Capacity Sales Intern for a 10-week, on-site internship in Franklin, Tennessee. You will learn freight brokerage, carrier sales, and transportation operations, with mentorship and hands-on experience to build practical skills in a fast-paced logistics environment.

The role emphasizes relationship-building with carriers, rate negotiations, and learning to use transportation technology and market data.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recent graduate in business, supply chain, logistics, sales, marketing, communications, or related field preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work on-site at our Franklin, Tennessee office.
• internship includes training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and recruit new carriers through outbound calls, research, referrals, networking, and lead generation.
• Build and maintain relationships with carrier owners, dispatchers, and drivers.
• Learn how carrier capacity is matched with customer freight based on lanes, equipment, timing, and pricing.
• Gain exposure to carrier rate negotiations and market conditions.
• Help identify reliable carrier partners for current and future freight opportunities.
• Document carrier activity, shipment updates, rates, and service information in Sage Freight’s TMS.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High school

Job description

• Base Pay $16.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time
• Required Degree High school

About the Role

Sage Freight is seeking a motivated, outgoing Capacity Sales Intern to gain hands‑on experience in freight brokerage, carrier sales, and transportation operations.

This is a 10-week internship beginning June 1st, 2027, based on‑site at our Franklin, Tennessee office.

In this internship, you will work alongside our Capacity Sales team to learn how Sage Freight sources reliable transportation capacity, builds relationships with carriers, negotiates rates, and ensures shipments move safely and efficiently. You will gain exposure to the full shipment lifecycle while working with carrier partners and internal teams including customer operations, account management, and sales.

This internship is a great opportunity for a student or recent graduate interested in logistics, supply chain, sales, business, or a related field. No previous freight experience is required. Through training, mentorship, and hands‑on experience, you will develop practical skills and gain an understanding of the fast‑paced third‑party logistics industry.

What You’ll Do

Learn how to identify and recruit new carriers through outbound calls, research, referrals, networking, and lead generation.

Assist with building and maintaining relationships with carrier owners, dispatchers, and drivers.

Learn how carrier capacity is matched with customer freight based on lanes, equipment, timing, service requirements, and pricing.

Gain exposure to carrier rate negotiations and learn how market conditions, service requirements, and pricing affect transportation decisions.

Help identify reliable carrier partners for current and future freight opportunities.

Communicate with carriers throughout the shipment lifecycle and assist with pickup and delivery updates.

Support the team in identifying potential service risks and resolving shipment‑related issues.

Learn to use transportation technology, market data, and load boards to identify available capacity.

Gain an understanding of carrier safety, insurance, and compliance requirements.

Accurately document carrier activity, shipment updates, rates, and service information within Sage Freight’s transportation management system.

Collaborate with Capacity Sales and other internal teams to support a positive experience for carriers and customers.

Participate in training, coaching, and other professional development opportunities throughout the internship.

What You’ll Bring

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in business, supply chain, logistics, sales, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Confidence speaking with new people and an interest in developing professional relationships.

A motivated, competitive, and results‑oriented mindset.

Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.

A collaborative approach to problem‑solving and customer service.

Professionalism, accountability, and consistent follow‑through.

Comfort learning new technology and software platforms.

An interest in logistics, transportation, sales, or supply chain management.

Previous logistics, sales, or customer service experience is a plus but not required.

Ability to work on‑site at our Franklin, Tennessee office.

Training and Development

You do not need previous freight brokerage experience to be successful in this internship.

Sage Freight will provide training designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of third‑party logistics, carrier sales, transportation technology, market dynamics, rate negotiation, shipment execution, and relationship management.

Throughout the 10‑week internship, you will receive hands‑on experience, coaching, and exposure to different areas of the business. Our goal is to provide interns with practical experience they can apply to a future career in logistics, supply chain, sales, or other business‑related fields.

High‑performing interns may also have the opportunity to be considered for future full‑time positions with Sage Freight based on business needs and individual performance.

Internship Experience

As a Capacity Sales Intern, you will have the opportunity to:

Gain real‑world experience at a fast‑growing freight brokerage.

Receive hands‑on training from experienced team members.

Develop professional communication, sales, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.

Learn transportation and supply chain technology.

Gain exposure to multiple areas of the logistics industry.

Build relationships with professionals across Sage Freight.

Participate in Sage Freight company events and culture.

Explore potential career opportunities within the organization.

Life at Sage Freight

Sage Freight is recognized as a Top 100 freight brokerage in the United States by industry organizations including Transport Topics and Armstrong & Associates. We are also one of the country’s fastest‑growing brokerages.

Our team works from a brand‑new, multimillion‑dollar facility located at 801 Crescent Centre Drive in Franklin, Tennessee. The office is conveniently located near the interstate and offers:

• Access to nearby walking trails
• Casual work attire
• Monthly company‑sponsored happy hours
• A competitive, collaborative, and growth‑oriented environment

At Sage Freight, interns are given the opportunity to learn by doing. You will work alongside our team, contribute to meaningful projects, and gain firsthand experience in an industry that keeps businesses and supply chains moving.

Sage Freight is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Employment with Sage Freight is at‑will, meaning either the employee or the company may terminate employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable laws.