Internship - Air Freight Specialist

Job Title: Internship – Airfreight Specialist

Job Location: Atlanta, GA
 

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services.

Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea.

DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor.

This also includes special transport-related services.
 

Key Responsibilities:
 


* Help support customer communication and attend logistic needs related to Air Freight Cargo Forwarding Services.

Including but not limited, to document revision, logistic coordination, visibility and reporting.


* Assist in the customer communications in regards to customer’s shipment status as continuous communication with overseas to meet delivery commitments; follow-up with airline to monitor and track departure and arrival information and updates 


* Collaborate with different departments and establish monitoring processes, where applicable, to ensure timely deliveries and quality compliance.


* Support on efficient billing processes. Ensures invoicing of rendered services is completed accurately and in a timeframe consistent with company policy. 


* Work with destination Station to manage/recover from service deviations.


* Completes coordination between all applicable parties for all air shipments for our customers; ensures timely bookings with airline on customer behalf 


* Effective time management with problem solving and decision making skills  


* Multiple task skills required

 

Key Requirements:
 


* Current Junior or Senior Undergraduate student, or Graduate student


* Preference for Supply Chain/Logistics, Operations Management, Sales, or Business/International concentrations


* Strong academic achievement (Minimum GPA 3.0 preferred)


* Demonstrated leadership ability


* Exceptional written/verbal/interpersonal communication skills


* Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point)


* Extremely organized, attention to detail, and able to multi-task


* Positive attitude and willing to learn and develop skill sets


* A strong interest in international transportation and logistics is a plus


* Good communicative, analytical & administrative skills


* Good organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines


* Experience in Microsoft Teams, Excel, PowerPoint would be a plus

 

Pay Range: $21.32 - $28.43/hr.
 

 Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)


* Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.


* 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.


* Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.


* Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and pre...