Job Description

INTERNSHIP JOB DESCRIPTION

Our internship program offers a challenging hands-on structured experience. You will be working in conjunction with Expeditors' employees learning the process, terminology, and skills required to be successful in a fast-paced operation handling a varied customer base.

THIS IS A PAID POSITION and typically is 3 to 4 months in duration. 

We are looking for someone who can start immediately and work 40 hours a week.  The schedule will be Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm and overtime if required.  Please note the job requires the candidate to commute to Hawthorne, California.

Some of the job functions include, but not limited to:

• Scanning and indexing documents
• Assisting Compliance Specialist with the following:
  • Reviewing Power of Attorney documents for accuracy and completeness
  • Uploading Power of Attorneys into our recordkeeping database
  • Monitoring various reports and communicating the data to each department
  • Monitoring TSA (Transportation Security Administration) reporting related to air shipments
  • Creating, designing, and preparing training materials for operational staff
• Attend monthly Compliance Conference Calls
• Monitor AES (Automated Export System) Errors to update monthly reports for trending and follow-up
• Ensuring compliance by following government regulations and company policies

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to commute to the city of Hawthorne, CA
• High School Degree or equivalent required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must not require future sponsorship for employment visa
• Must have the ability to work overtime in support of the department needs
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)
• Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills
• Familiarity with 10-key usage
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize throughout the workday while remaining focused and organized
• Demonstrated ability to be pro-active in thought and action
• Strong organizational skills
• Analytical with a strong attention to detail
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven ability to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Willing to pitch in and help on last minute projects or assist team members
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Has a demonstrated strong work ethic, and reliability
• Comfortable working in a professional business environment
• Proven ability and desire to learn new software and technologies
• Successful candidates must pass a background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates or Undergraduate Degree Preferred

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Additional Information

Expeditors offers excellent benefits

• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time 
• Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
• Life and Long Term Disability Insurance 
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (US only)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
• Training and Personnel Development Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.