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Global Logistics Summer Intern

KEEN Footwear
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Job Title: Global Logistics Intern
Department: Supply Chain & Planning 
Status: Temporary, full-time hours mid June-mid August
Apply Before: February 8th  

KEEN is offering college students a completely virtual opportunity to experience and be embedded into the brand by offering a 10-week paid summer (June - August) internship.
We’re eagerly looking for students who seek innovative solutions, have a strong passion for creating their own opportunities, enjoy playing outside, and spend time caring for the world around them.
Our KEENtern program provides students relevant and valuable hands-on work experience. This program includes:
  • The ability to work on meaningful projects
  • The opportunity to present project updates and results to senior staff
  • Mentoring and career building workshops lead by industry experts
  • Access to connect, engage, and network with coworkers
  • Pay of $18.00/hour
  • Office stipend for expenses incurred while working remotely
  • Product discount
  • Computer equipment including licenses to applicable programs and software to use during the internship

Program Requirements
  • Be a Junior, Senior, or Grad student
  • Eligible to work in the US and reside in the following states: AL, CA, CO, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, OH, OR, PA, RI, TN, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI - we are set up for payroll in these states only
  • Must be able to dedicate 40 hours/week toward the internship during normal M-F working hours; our office and the majority of our staff work in Pacific Standard Time

General Summary
The Global Logistics team is responsible for the logistics operations from factory to destination on a global basis, including carrier selection, routing of goods, freight audit, custom compliance and importation of goods. The Global Logistics Intern will receive an overview of compliance and logistics operations. 

Essential Responsibilities
  • Daily DHL CAP check and troubleshooting
  • Respond to routine Customs Broker requests (HTS lookup, missing documents)
  • Routine Entry Audit, US & CA transactions
  • Denied Party Screening (UPS Quantum View, Tradeability tool)
  • Routine Debit Note review
  • Letters of Authorization. Annual “blanket” LOA required for each KEEN / PPM suppliers (for use of KEEN brand / trademark)
  • Annual screening of all KEEN / PPM suppliers plus onboard screening of new suppliers
  • Support miscellaneous import / export projects (PPM machinery, Trade Shows, UNEEK BOT, non-PO fixture distribution)
  • Complete a project in one or more of the following areas:
  • Customs/Compliance related surveys to support the direct ship program
  • Small Parcel Account Review – Review current DHL and UPS account numbers to assign business owners and SAP cost centers. Setup new SOP for improved parcel shipping cost assignments

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree or degree pursuit in one of the following: Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Logistics
  • Intermediate Excel skills
  • Must be enrolled an accredited college or university at the Junior, Senior, or Graduate level
  • Must be able to dedicate 40 hours/week toward the internship during normal M-F PST working hours
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills
  • Ability to learn new software programs
  • Ability to solve problems with a positive attitude
  • Ability to work independently and on tight deadlines
  • Able to sit and/or stand at a desk and use a computer for extended periods of time
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Why Work at KEEN:  Driven by a passion for life outside, KEEN is a values-led, independently owned brand from Portland, Oregon, that’s on a mission to create original and versatile products, improve lives, and inspire outside adventure. Founded in 2003, KEEN launched a revolution in the footwear industry with the introduction of the Newport adventure sandal, and has donated more than $18 million to non-profit organizations and causes around the world to promote responsible outdoor recreation, including conservation efforts to protect open spaces. KEEN strives to show the world through its products and its actions that a business for good can actually be good for business. By giving back, reducing impact, and activating communities and individuals to protect the places where we work and play, KEEN puts its values in motion and takes action to leave the world a better place.  

At KEEN, we believe in a more just and equitable future for all people. As a global brand, we acknowledge that our business, buildings, and daily lives exist within the traditional territories of indigenous peoples. We strive for a future that recognizes the knowledge, rights, and resilience of these peoples.

KEEN Footwear is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and diverse community. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.