Transportation Operations Intern- Roadtex

The world of transportation has never been more dynamic. If you’re the type of person who craves opportunity and challenge in a supportive and collaborative setting, you belong here.  

The Echo Trailblazers internship gives you the confidence, community, and communication skills needed to forge a new path. As a member of the Echo Global Logistics team, you’ll work on real-world projects, learn from logistics legends, and work toward a common goal: simplifying transportation for our clients and carriers.  You will be on the road to success as an Echo Trailblazer!

As a Transportation Operations Intern at Roadtex, you will work closely with our transportation team to assist in the daily operations of the transportation business. This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in logistics, inventory management, and warehouse processes. You will contribute to process design and documentation, transportation reporting, maintaining a smooth workflow and ensuring that our products are stored and distributed efficiently.

What We're Looking for

Passion for Logistics: A keen interest and willingness to learn and try new things

Possess a can-do attitude and believes anything is possible with the right focus

Be organized, professional, and coachable with strong problem solving, communication, time management, and project management skills

Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and support the team in various ways  

What You'll Gain

Hands-On Experience: Work on impactful opportunities related to our clients and company

Career Development: Enhance your skills and build a strong work ethic

Network Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and attend company events  

High level approach to operations management. Including understanding of key process indicators and how to effectively identify process breakdowns and communicate resolutions

Practical experience in warehouse operations and inventory management

Understanding of logistics and supply chain processes

Hands-on training with warehouse management systems

Responsibilities & Job Duties

Inventory Management: Assist in tracking inventory levels, conducting stock counts, and updating records in the warehouse management system.

Receiving and Shipping: Help with receiving incoming shipments, verifying quantities, and inspecting the quality of goods. Assist in preparing and packing orders for shipment.

Process Design and Documentation:  Work with transportation leadership to outline and design a process.  Then document in a Standard Operating Procedure and implement with through various level of the operation.

Quality Control: Assist in checking products for defects or discrepancies and ensuring that all products meet quality standards.

Warehouse Organization: Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment. Assist in optimizing storage layouts for efficient operations.

Data Entry: Update inventory records, order details, and shipment information in the system.

Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures within the warehouse.

What's in it for You?

10-week paid internship working alongside various teams at Echo

Join a vibrant team with casual dress in a collaborative, can-do environment  

Enjoy a hybrid working model 

Learning resources outside your day-to-day roles 

Exposure to real-business experiences 

Potential for full-time employment  

Requirements

Must be able to start June 2, 2025 and complete the entire 10 week program

Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field

Able to work in our Woodridge facility 5 days a week and travel to the Echo Chicago headquarters as needed

No major or GPA requirements

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran.