Sales and Transportation Logistics Intern (2024)

Sales and Transportation Logistics Summer Internship One (1) intern will be selected to participate with the Sales and Transportation Logistics Team of the Strategic Initiatives & External Affairs Department that comprises of, among other things, experiential learning that integrates knowledge and theory learned in the classroom with practical application and skills development in a professional setting. This intern will be provided the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience and make connections in the Sales and Transportation Logistics fields they are considering for career paths, and will also provide the company the opportunity to guide and evaluate talent. This intern will develop sales, logistics, managerial and analytic skills in building relationships between Young Brothers and their customers. In addition, this intern will gain an understanding of the interisland water transportation system and how the supply chain moves domestically and internationally within the islands. This program is also intended to assist students in reaching their educational goals by giving them the opportunity to augment classroom instruction with exposure to the "real world" employment setting. Overview: * Time Frame: begin mid-May 2024 and end mid-August 2024 (no more than 90 days duration) * Pay: All internships are paid positions ($20/hour). * Benefits: Intern selected will receive direct access and guidance from seasoned sales professionals and opportunities to inter-act with various business units within the Company. Free parking on site. * Intern Qualifications: the individual is enrolled and completed the second year of an accredited post-secondary institution[1]; * Strong work ethic * Strong computer skills * Excellent written and verbal skills * Overall GPA of at least 3.0 * Preference for students who have completed marketing, supply chain and logistics and/or transportation related studies. Basic understanding of corporate organizational documents and have the ability to work inside and outside of an office setting. * Schedule: Schedule will be determined by Intern and the Sales and Marketing Manager at the beginning of the program. Internship is granted based on candidates meeting minimum qualifications and a successful interview. There is no promise or guarantee of placement of employment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. DEADLINE TO APPLY: April 15, 2024 [1] Accreditor of post-secondary institute must be approved by the U.S. Department of Education. Foss Maritime Company is an Equal Opportunity - Affirmative Action Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to a diverse workforce and taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Foss is a drug-free employer and a participant of the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled