Transportation & Supply Chain Intern

Patterson isnt just a place to work its a partner that cares about your success.

One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first always advancing and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

Job Description:

Patterson Logistics (PLSI) is seeking one or two motivated interns to contribute to highimpact initiatives across trade compliance transportation analytics and supplychain data quality. Youll collaborate with transportation compliance fulfillment center operations and vendor partners to improve data integrity visibility and process reliability for our North American network.

What youll do (project mix will be tailored to the interns skills)

• HTS & COO data stewardship:Assist with SKUs HTS classification and countryoforigin capture; build auditready documentation and update reference datasets.
• Vendor agreement & compliance hygiene:Review standard agreements for required terms; support vendor compliance tracking and documentation cleanup.
• Master data updates:Improve address quality packaging/carton data and other logistics master data elements to reduce exceptions and fees.
• Claims process mapping:Document the current claims workflow (parcel/LTL) with the Process Manager; recommend improvements and metrics.
• Network/ASN analytics:Support network optimization prework (data prep mapping) and help analyze/document improvements to Advance Shipment Notice (ASN) capabilities.
• (Optional based on interest)Transportation analytics (SIQC) customs exception triage and claims data analysis to reduce cycle time/cost.

Responsibilities

• Gather cleanse and analyze data from SAP/BI broker files and vendor submissions; synthesize findings into clear recommendations.
• Create/update standard work flowcharts and visuals that help partners adopt changes.
• Participate in agile working sessions with Transportation Compliance FC Ops and vendor partners; capture actions and drive followups.
• Present weekly progress and a final readout to leadership.

What were looking for

• Working toward a bachelorsin Supply Chain Logistics Industrial Engineering Data/Analytics or related field.
• Foundational analytics skills:Excel/Sheets (lookups pivots) basic SQL or Python a plus; comfort with PowerPoint.
• Detail orientationwith interest in trade compliance data quality or transportation operations.
• Strong communicationskills; able to translate technical data into clear business language.
• Selfstarterwho can manage tasks ask good questions and iterate based on feedback.

What youll gain

• Handson exposure to transportation import/export compliance and masterdata governance at an enterprise scale.
• Experience collaborating with crossfunctional teams and external partners (carriers brokers vendors).
• A portfolio of artifacts (dashboards SOPs playbooks) demonstrating measurable impact.

Program & manager expectations

• Manager provides clear direction fulltime workload (40 hrs/week) structured feedback and alignment on inperson/hybrid/remote schedule; department funds payroll.

Whats In It For You

We provide competitive benefits unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical Dental and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)

• Patterson Perks Program
  

The starting pay for this role is $20 - $25 per hour.

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy childbirth or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.