Logistics Internships
Logistics internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in supply chain operations, mentorship from working logistics professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Leading openings come from Manufacturing, Chemicals & Materials, and Technology & Software, with Marathon Petroleum, CNH Industrial, and PACCAR among the employers posting roles now.
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Logistics Client Support Guide-Intern – Columbus, OH
Position Description
We are looking for Interns to work 20-30 hours per week with a potential offer upon
graduation.
Mercury is seeking a Logistics Client Support Guide (Intern) to help build the future of frustration-
free logistics with us.
At Mercury, we are on a mission to provide the most seamless and worry-free logistics services
in the world for every type of shipping so our customers in the Life Sciences and Healthcare
industries can focus on what matters most to them.
To keep up with explosive demand, we need self-motivated, innovative go-getters in every
department. If you want an opportunity for ownership, accountability, and to make a rapid impact
and contribution to a company in its hyper-growth state, Mercury is the place for you.
As a Logistics Client Support Guide, you will be at the forefront, interfacing with clients daily and
working to solve their most complex shipping problems. This position requires tenacity, problem
solving skills and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
- Respond to client shipping requests and inquiries via emails and phone
- Provide clients consultative guidance on which of our services will best meet their needs
- Track shipments throughout transit and proactively notify clients of status and work with
- Work directly with clients and Provide prompt response to service
- Book client shipments with a broad network of Mercury partners
- Review and process domestic and international shipping documents for accuracy and
- Update our Mercury CRM to reflect the most up-to-date, accurate, and detailed
- Add vendor and client charges to shipment info to streamline invoicing
- Comply with all company business processes, procedures and work instructions
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate for the role of Logistics Client Support Guide role takes initiative a strong
sense of urgency and perform well under tight deadlines. You are a great multi-tasker and do well
under pressure. As a member of a client’s dedicated support team, your strong interpersonal skills
and the ability to quickly build rapport and trust will be critical to your success. This position is
instrumental in providing the level of superb care and commitment that our clients have come to
expect and depend on from Mercury.
- 4 Bachelor's Degree (in progress is fine)
- Ability to understand current and future needs of our clients
- Experience with the Microsoft Office suite
- A willingness to learn and work in a start-up environment
- Good oral and written communication skills, in person and electronically
- Demonstrated ability to resolve problems quickly and collaboratively
- Strong organizational and follow-through skills
- Exceptional work ethic
Logistics Client Support Guide-Intern – Columbus, OH
Position Description
We are looking for Interns to work 20-30 hours per week with a potential offer upon
graduation.
Mercury is seeking a Logistics Client Support Guide (Intern) to help build the future of frustration-
free logistics with us.
At Mercury, we are on a mission to provide the most seamless and worry-free logistics services
in the world for every type of shipping so our customers in the Life Sciences and Healthcare
industries can focus on what matters most to them.
To keep up with explosive demand, we need self-motivated, innovative go-getters in every
department. If you want an opportunity for ownership, accountability, and to make a rapid impact
and contribution to a company in its hyper-growth state, Mercury is the place for you.
As a Logistics Client Support Guide, you will be at the forefront, interfacing with clients daily and
working to solve their most complex shipping problems. This position requires tenacity, problem
solving skills and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
- Respond to client shipping requests and inquiries via emails and phone
- Provide clients consultative guidance on which of our services will best meet their needs
- Track shipments throughout transit and proactively notify clients of status and work with
- Work directly with clients and Provide prompt response to service
- Book client shipments with a broad network of Mercury partners
- Review and process domestic and international shipping documents for accuracy and
- Update our Mercury CRM to reflect the most up-to-date, accurate, and detailed
- Add vendor and client charges to shipment info to streamline invoicing
- Comply with all company business processes, procedures and work instructions
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate for the role of Logistics Client Support Guide role takes initiative a strong
sense of urgency and perform well under tight deadlines. You are a great multi-tasker and do well
under pressure. As a member of a client’s dedicated support team, your strong interpersonal skills
and the ability to quickly build rapport and trust will be critical to your success. This position is
instrumental in providing the level of superb care and commitment that our clients have come to
expect and depend on from Mercury.
- 4 Bachelor's Degree (in progress is fine)
- Ability to understand current and future needs of our clients
- Experience with the Microsoft Office suite
- A willingness to learn and work in a start-up environment
- Good oral and written communication skills, in person and electronically
- Demonstrated ability to resolve problems quickly and collaboratively
- Strong organizational and follow-through skills
- Exceptional work ethic
Logistics Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
Tips for Your Logistics Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think you need to
Large employers, major retailers, manufacturers, and third-party logistics providers, recruit summer interns the preceding fall. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Set up alerts the moment you decide you want an internship and treat applications as time-sensitive from day one.
Build proof before you apply
Recruiters expect limited work history from interns, so give them something concrete to assess instead. Document two or three supply chain projects, process improvement analyses, or operations simulations, note the tools you used and link or attach the work. A case study with real outputs signals readiness more reliably than a list of coursework alone.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured logistics programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you reach and puts you in front of hiring managers who never attend fairs.
Practice the logistics intern interview format out loud
Logistics intern screens often combine behavioral questions with case-based scenarios, think through a distribution bottleneck, a supplier risk, or a cost-reduction problem while explaining your reasoning aloud. Interviewers weight how you structure a problem as much as your final answer, so rehearse talking through your thinking rather than just arriving at conclusions silently.
Target rotational and cohort programs early
Many large logistics employers run structured rotational or university internship programs designed to train people new to the field across multiple functions, operations, procurement, and transportation planning, for example. These programs recruit in the first wave and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your interests and submit before the broader market heats up.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 75% of the logistics internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start searching, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually accept. Sorting through mismatched listings wastes time you could spend on applications.
Logistics Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a logistics internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a documented portfolio of supply chain analyses, process improvement case studies, or operations simulations that gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where logistics recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a logistics internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is your performance on real work, the team's headcount situation at the end of the summer, and whether return-offer timing aligns with your graduation. The way to position for one is to treat every project as if it's being evaluated for a permanent hire, because it often is.
When should I apply for logistics internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers, major retailers, third-party logistics providers, and consumer goods companies, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking regularly and applying as soon as a role posts puts you ahead of candidates who wait.
Are logistics internships paid?
Most professional logistics internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show what the employer discloses directly in the posting. Structured programs at larger companies tend to offer consistent pay and benefits packages, while smaller operations vary more widely.
What should a logistics internship resume include?
Lead with two or three documented projects, not work history, include the tools you used and where a recruiter can see the work, whether that's a published supply chain simulation, a process-improvement case study, or a data analysis with visualizations. Add relevant coursework in operations, procurement, or data analysis. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote logistics internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 25% of the logistics internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a rotational logistics internship?
A rotational logistics internship places you in two or three different functions, such as warehouse operations, transportation planning, and procurement, over the course of a single summer or co-op term. These structured programs are common at large retailers, manufacturers, and third-party logistics providers, and they're designed for people new to the field. They recruit early and fill their cohorts fast, so identify the programs that interest you and apply in the first wave.
Can international students get logistics internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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