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Swift Transportation · 2 days ago

Operations Intern

Phoenix, Arizona

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$17/hr - $22/hr

Swift Transportation is the largest truckload carrier in America with a strong emphasis on culture and advancement opportunities. The Operations Intern role involves supporting the Power Only Trailer Team by gaining hands-on experience in equipment management, data analysis, and process improvement to enhance logistics operations.

Transportation

Responsibilities

Perform functions of assigned area

Provide analytical support to assigned project team(s) or department(s)

Conduct research related to transportation industry as well as assigned project team or department

Routinely meet with assigned mentors and/or leaders and provide summary of key take-aways

Proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives

Analyze trailer utilization data to verify equipment return status, identify idle time, and uncover trends that impact cost and efficiency

Assist in developing and refining systems and workflows that improve trailer management, reduce downtime, and enhance accountability

Collaborate with team members to source and provide the most efficient trailer solutions for power-only loads, ensuring timely and cost-effective operations

Support efforts to monitor and hold carriers accountable for trailer misuse, helping maintain operational integrity and cost control

Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging technologies to recommend improvements in trailer management and logistics processes

Routinely meet with mentors and leaders to share insights, present findings, and contribute ideas that drive continuous improvement

Qualification

Transportation industry experienceData AnalysisProcess ImprovementOrganizational skillsBusiness terminologyDesire to learnCommunication skillsTeamwork