About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship within the Ocean Import Department. You will support the team in managing the movement of freight and information. This position requires you to work on-site, with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Please note that the role will transition to a new office location in Carson, California, in Spring 2027.
What you'll do#
- Manage document handovers to Customs Brokerage teams and confirm clearance.
- Handle customer service inbox requests.
- Monitor in-terminal and street dwell reports, including necessary follow-up.
- Send accessorial notifications to customers regarding drayage.
- Track and trace container events and report delays.
- Assist team members with last-minute projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- High school degree or equivalent. An associate or undergraduate degree is preferred.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
- Ability to commute to Hawthorne and Carson, California.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work overtime when the department requires support.
- Reliability and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to pass a background check.
Location & details#
- Locations: Hawthorne, California, and Carson, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $20 per hour.
- Majors: Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Logistics.
About Expeditors
Expeditors is a global logistics company founded in 1979. It operates as a non-asset based organization and provides services such as customs clearance, air and ocean freight forwarding, and cargo insurance. The company maintains a network of over 350 locations across more than 100 countries. It is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, and employs over 10,001 people.
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