Transportation Intern - Summer 2027

The Euclid Chemical Co.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Carboline in St. Louis, MO invites energetic students to join our 12-week Summer Transportation Internship as a Transportation Intern.

May 17, 2027 – August 6, 2027, the program offers hands-on exposure to scheduling shipments, working with freight carriers, and daily logistics meetings to learn how a high-performing transportation team keeps operations moving. You will gain meaningful, real-world experience, collaborate cross-functionally, and receive mentorship from experienced leaders while

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Transportation team to ensure timely, accurate processing and shipment of customer orders.
• Communicate daily shipping schedules with operations leadership and flag at-risk orders.
• Coordinate last-minute shipping requests and schedule pickups with the distribution team.
• Generate, organize, and maintain documentation and instructions related to customer orders.
• Monitor shipments and responses to routing requests using reporting tools.
• Collaborate with team members on logistics initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to learn

Proactive attitude

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field

Job description

Summer 2027 Internship Opportunity!

Title: Transportation Intern

Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Summary:

Are you ready to kickstart your career with a company that’s making a global impact? Carboline is looking formotivated, curious, and driven students to join our team for an unforgettable summer internship experience! This immersive 12-week program (Anticipated: May 17, 2027 - August 6, 2027), offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience, build lasting connections, and make a meaningful impact—all before heading back to campus.

Get hands-on experience with Carboline’s Corporate Transportation team and see supply chain operations in action! As a Transportation Intern, you’ll help schedule shipments, interact with freight carriers, and sit in on daily logistics meetings to learn how a high-performing transportation department keeps business moving. This is your chance to build real-world skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

What You’ll Gain:

• Meaningful, hands-on experienceworking on impactful projects that contribute to Carboline’s success.
• Exposure tocross-functional collaborationand insight into how a global organization operates.
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship from experienced leaders.
• A chance toenhance your skillsand apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.
• Participation inteam-building activitiesand a workplace culture that values innovation, integrity, and growth.

Minimum Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Available to work30-40 hours per weekfrom May through August.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily office-based withextended computer use (up to 8 hours/day).
• Students must have housing arrangements in or near St. Louis, MO for the summer, as housing allowance is not provided.
• No unusual lifting, environmental, or exertion requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Partner with the Transportation team to ensure timely, accurate processing and shipment of customer orders.
• Communicate daily shipping schedules with operations leadership and flag any at-risk orders.
• Coordinate last-minute shipping requests and schedule pickups with the distribution team.
• Generate, organize, and maintain all documentation and instructions related to customer orders to ensure smooth processing.
• Monitor shipments and customer responses to routing requests, using reporting tools to track order status and performance.
• Collaborate with team members on logistics initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Champion Carboline’s commitment to safety and qualityby adhering to all relevant policies and procedures.

Who We Are:

Carboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world. Carboline has been ranked a top workplace, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously.

Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.6 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM’s market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world.If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.

What We Offer:

We offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions. Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential, and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan and a retirement pension plan. Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

"In order to be the best, we must hire the best".