Start Date: April/May 2025
Training Duration: 12–18 months
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Atlanta, GA
Compensation: $22.00 per hour
Housing: not provided
Number of Position Offered: 1

Host Company Description:

This host company is located close to downtown Atlanta and is a global logistics provider. The program participant will learn about regulations in the U.S. Logistics Industry, perform various shipment duties, review promotional materials, and prepare export/import shipping documents. The participant will gain organizational and time management skills and will acquire customer service experience in high-volume business.

Position Description:

• Responsible for handling Ocean Export & Import documentation
• Monitor containers from origin to destination to ensure on-time delivery to avoid delays or storage charges.
• Tracking & handling all aspects of shipments from origin to destination
• Sending pre-alert, making files, tracking shipment, issuing Bill of Lading, liaising with customs brokers & steamship lines.
• Responsible from start to completion for export & import process
• Quote transportation and ocean freight rates to overseas offices.
• Consult and advise partners on best methods
• Communicate with export related authorities, customers, and suppliers to ensure efficient, positive, and lawful relationships 

Applicant Qualifications:

• To apply for the Internship program, you must be an undergraduate student of logistics, business, or similar OR a recent graduate starting the program within 12 months of graduation.
• To apply for the Trainee program, you must hold a bachelor’s degree in logistics, business, or similar and at least 1 year of work experience OR be a career professional of 5 or more years in related field.
• Applicants must speak advanced English
• Proficiency with MS Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP – role in Excel heavy)
• Strong math and computer skills
• Exceptional attention to accuracy, detail, and time-management
• Ability to communicate, present, and negotiate effectively

How to Apply:

1. Submit a professional resume with a professional photograph
2. Indicate availability dates (start and end dates)
3. Indicate this offer number and title