Summer Intern - Operations (Finance)
Logistics at full potential.
At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.
GXO Logistics is determined to help our customers operate as efficiently as possible by providing cutting-edge supply chain solutions to many of the world's most successful brands. As a GXO Intern, you'll have the opportunity to work with dedicated professionals in an exciting, fast-paced environment, learning the skills that will help you build a meaningful career. During the 10-week program, the Operation Intern will be assigned to one of our GXO warehouses to learn about logistics and leadership. Ops Interns will gain working knowledge of the different facets of our business, including operations, sales, customer support and service, safety and Lean principles.
What you'll do on a typical day:
- Learn the basic job functions and perform responsibilities relative to warehouse operations and meet weekly goals and objectives.
- Engage with various levels of operations leadership to strategically assist in continuous improvement by identifying problems and create lean solutions
- Engage with peers to work together and achieve a defined and common business purpose
- Exchange ideas, thoughts, opinions, knowledge and data with others so that the message is received and understood clarity and purpose
- Participate and/or lead projects with key partners and peer interns by creating and developing project plans, determine requirements, deliverables, resources, timing/milestones, and risks.
What you need to succeed at GXO:
At a minimum, you'll need:
- Current collegiate Junior or Senior in pursuit of a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management or related field with anticipated graduation by June 2026.
- In academic good standing with a grade point average of at least 3.0.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information and data in an organized and audience appropriate manner
- High degree of integrity to maintain confidentiality.
It'd be great if you also have:
- Leadership and/or people management experience in collegiate programs and activities, or in previous/current employment.
- Strong interest in warehousing or Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
- Bilingual English/Spanish
- Ability to take initiative to confront challenges, inspire others, and collaborate in a team environment
- Interest in Operations Management as a career path post-graduation
This job requires the ability to:
- Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights
- Stand, sit or walk for extended periods of time
- Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel
- Handle or manage tools or equipment
- Tolerate hot or cold warehouse environments
GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.
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