Description
Who We Are:
When you join Traffic Tech, you're joining a team that literally keeps the global economy moving. As an industry leader in logistics, we partner with internationally recognized brands to move freight by land, sea, and air. With offices across North America, South America, Asia, and Europe, we offer innovative and cost-effective solutions backed by the “hardest working Team in transport.”
We believe in empowering our people with opportunities to grow and succeed—because when our team wins, our clients win.
CARRIER SALES INTERN
As a Carrier Sales Intern, you’ll support our Carrier Sales Representatives by helping to build and maintain strong carrier relationships, monitor freight shipments, and assist with logistics coordination. You’ll gain hands-on experience in transportation brokerage and logistics management from a supportive team in our high-energy downtown Chicago HQ.
This internship is ideal for students who are eager to explore a career in sales, supply chain, or logistics within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
What the Job Entails:
- Assist Carrier Sales Representatives in sourcing, developing, and maintaining relationships with freight carriers
- Help identify capacity and match available carriers with open shipments
- Communicate shipment details to dispatchers and drivers
- Track shipments and provide real-time updates on delivery status
- Troubleshoot mid-transit issues under guidance from the Carrier Sales team
- Support data entry, rate confirmations, and operational tasks to ensure shipment accuracy
- Contribute to daily team meetings and help strategize on coverage planning
What We Are Looking For:
- Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
- A strong interest in sales, transportation, or supply chain operations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Energetic, detail-oriented, and ready to learn
- Comfortable working in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving mindset and organizational abilities
- Self-starter with a team-player attitude
What We Offer:
- Structured training and one-on-one mentorship from industry professionals
- Exposure to real-time logistics operations and carrier negotiations
- Dynamic and supportive office culture
- Networking opportunities with logistics and supply chain experts
- Potential for future full-time opportunities post-graduation
Additional Details:
- Duration: Summer 2025 (with potential to extend based on performance)
- Location: In-office, Downtown Chicago Headquarters
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, Full-time hours
Traffic Tech follows all local and federal safety guidelines to ensure a safe workplace environment for all interns and employees