Logistics Intern

 

Maxim Crane Works is seeking Logistics Intern to join our team this summer in Wilder, KY!

 

Position Summary:
The Logistics Intern will work directly with the Transportation and Logistics team to gain hands-on experience in heavy haul transportation operations. This role provides exposure to real-time logistics planning, vendor coordination, cost tracking, and cross-functional communication within a fast-paced operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shadow Transportation Coordinators on daily crane and heavy haul moves
• Assist with shipment planning, scheduling, and tracking
• Gather and organize freight quotes from carriers and brokers
• Support vendor communication and relationship management
• Perform data entry for load sheets, job tickets, and freight tracking
• Assist with cost tracking and reporting
• Communicate with Sales, Branch Managers, and Field Operations regarding move updates

Learning Opportunities:

• Heavy haul and crane logistics operations
• Vendor negotiation exposure
• Cost and margin awareness
• Transportation planning and capacity management
• Professional communication in a multi-department environment

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical ability
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Motivated to learn in a fast-paced environment

Language Skills:

Must be able to read and comprehend complex instructions, short correspondence and memos and the ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to finger; handle or feel; and kneel; crouch; and talk; or hear; push and/or pull; reach; bend and/or stoop. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of an outside sales job. Moderate physical effort required; including sitting, standing, walking, using a keyboard, and a phone are regular actions performed in this role. Occasional exposure to the elements may occur while visiting Maxim locations or customer job sites. Must be alert and aware while driving on company business.

Maxim is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information or veteran status, as those terms are defined under applicable laws, or any other characteristic protected by law.