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Logistics Internship

PSA BDP

Allentown, PA

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SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Analysis Skills, Billing, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Business Administration, Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Database Report Tools, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Environmental Work, Facebook, Finance, Information Technology & Information Systems, LinkedIn, Logistics, Logistics Management, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Onboarding, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Tracking, Purchasing/Procurement, Reconciliation, Retail, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Operations, System Test, Talent Management, Time Management, Transportation and Logistics, Twitter, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Allentown, PA
POSTED
2 days ago
Job Title

Logistics Internship

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Location

Allentown - Allentown, PA 18106 US (Primary)

Career Level

Student

Category

Operations

Job Type

Temporary

Job Description

About PSA BDP:

PSA BDP, a member of the PSA Group, is a leading provider of globally integrated and port-centric supply chain, transportation, and logistics solutions. The company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, and employs more than 5,500 people worldwide.

We are a team that celebrates our unique diversity and close-knit community atmosphere. Our core values begin at the very top and span the broad reach of our global community.

We offer dynamic careers for those individuals looking to be a part of something bigger and provide unequivocal opportunities for growth within the organization.

PSA BDP serves over 5,000 customers, including some of the world's leading multinational companies within the chemical, retail & consumer, life sciences & pharmaceuticals, and electric vehicle & industrial verticals.
Job Summary

The Surface Operations Intern will support various functional areas within PSA BDP Surface through hands-on operational, analytical, administrative, and project support activities. This internship is designed to provide practical exposure to transportation management, logistics operations, client relations, freight payment, procurement, reporting, and transportation technology systems.

The intern will rotate across multiple departments and assist with day-to-day operational support, reporting, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives while gaining real-world experience within a fast-paced supply chain and logistics environment. This program is intended to help develop future talent and evaluate potential long-term employment opportunities upon graduation.
Position Summary

The Surface Operations Intern will support multiple departments within Surface through entry-level operational, analytical, administrative, and project support activities. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience across transportation operations, client relations, freight payment, procurement, reporting, and transportation technology.

The intern will rotate through several functional areas to gain exposure to the day-to-day operations of a managed transportation and logistics organization while assisting teams with operational support and continuous improvement initiatives.

The long-term objective of this internship program is to develop future talent and evaluate potential full-time employment opportunities upon graduation.

This approach has proven successful for Surface in the past. We have previously hired three employees through similar internship opportunities who successfully transitioned into permanent roles and became productive members of the organization.
Essential Functions
  • Batch and key freight invoices for customer accounts
  • Assist with freight invoice processing and reconciliation reporting
  • Support shipment tracking activities for managed transportation and drayage accounts
  • Assist with transportation system testing and rate loading activities
  • Support customer reporting preparation and Quarterly Business Review (QBR) activities
  • Assist with KPI reporting and operational metric analysis
  • Perform data validation and reporting support activities
  • Update process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Support project management tracking and follow-up coordination
  • Assist with customer onboarding activities and task management
  • Provide administrative and operational support across multiple departments
  • Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Job Requirements

Education
  • Current college student entering senior year or recent graduate pursuing a degree in:
    • Supply Chain Management
    • Logistics
    • Business Administration
    • Finance
    • Data Analytics
    • Information Systems
    • Related field
Experience & Skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Analytical mindset with interest in transportation and supply chain operations
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
  • Willingness to learn transportation systems, reporting tools, and operational processes
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous internship, administrative, or customer service experience preferred
  • Interest in transportation, logistics, operations, or supply chain management
  • Exposure to reporting or data analysis tools is a plus

Please note: There is no relocation or immigration assistance associated with this opening.

Compensation based on experience. We offer a very competitive salary, full benefits, matching 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and casual dress environment.

Please visit our website: www.bdpinternational.com

*** This is a great opportunity to advance your career! Come join our growing BDP team!***

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