About the role#
The Branch Intern will gain a comprehensive understanding of our business operations and the specific location where they are based. This role focuses on providing practical, real-world experience through challenging projects that align with your career path and our company objectives.
What you'll do#
- Work on day-to-day projects involving process improvement, project management, data support, reporting, and documentation.
- Build professional relationships through meetings, events, and one-on-one interactions.
- Collaborate across various departments including warehouse, quotations, branch operations, purchasing, inventory, and finance.
- Assist with warehouse operations such as receiving, shipping, and stock put-away.
- Shadow Customer Service Representatives and Branch Operations to learn the business.
- Assist Delivery Drivers with product deliveries and interact directly with customers on job sites.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 2 or 4-year degree program or graduation within the last year in Business Administration or related fields.
- Proficiency with PC for Windows and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Strong knowledge of business office procedures, office equipment, data entry, and communication systems.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to effectively plan and organize tasks.
- Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Location & details#
- Location: Pewaukee, Wisconsin.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
About Border States
Border States is an electrical distributor founded in 1952. It is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 people. The company operates from a headquarters in Fargo, North Dakota, and manages over 100 branch locations across the country. Its services focus on supply chain products for the utility, construction, and industrial markets.
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