Operations Internship Summer 2026
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2 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Operations Intern will assist in ensuring the timely and accurate coordination of freight loads from pickup to delivery. This internship involves supporting the logistics process from start to finish including communication with drivers dispatchers customers and internal teams. The intern will have the opportunity to develop multitasking skills and provide support in delivering excellent customer service while learning to maintain organized records and oversee load tracking under supervision. This role offers hands-on experience in a third-party logistics environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Load Management: Route prepare and ensure shipments are picked up and delivered on time.
- Communication: Maintain open and clear communication with drivers dispatchers and warehouse supervisors to ensure all parties are informed of load statuses.
- Carrier Booking: Book carriers for current and future loads verifying necessary details such as drivers equipment ETA and dispatch information.
- Documentation: Upload and manage Bills of Lading (BOL) and Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation into systems like McLeod and Mercury Gate.
- Load Tracking: Track all loads in transit providing updates to customers on load status and ensuring any issues are communicated promptly.
- Problem Solving: Respond to issues such as delayed shipments missing documentation or load discrepancies by working with internal teams and external carriers.
- Quote Management: Assist account managers with quoting loads ensuring competitive pricing and availability.
- Compliance: Verify driver credentials (e.g. MC#) to ensure compliance with safety standards and mitigate risks.
- Assist in quoting expedited freight or special loads.
Qualifications :
- Customer Service: Ability to maintain strong relationships with both customers and carriers providing excellent service throughout the process.
- Communication: Superb verbal and written communication skills for coordinating with drivers customers and colleagues.
- Multitasking & Organization: Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while staying organized and efficient.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve issues related to logistics operations such as delays missed shipments and documentation problems.
Tools & Systems
- Software
- McLeod Mercury Gate Microsoft Office Suite and load boards such as DAT Sylectus and Truckstop.
- Equipment
- Computer phone high-speed internet and other standard office tools.
Education & Qualifications
- Earning bachelors degree in supply chain management or related field
Working Conditions
- Office-based position in a well-lit climate-controlled environment.
- Hours are 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday in office.
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
Loudon County Trucking was founded in 1996 with three units and a base of operations in Knoxville, TN. LCT is an award-winning trucking company respected in the trucking industry as specialists hauling aluminum and steel products.Loudon County Trucking, now a PS Logistics Company, has ... View more
