Operations Intern: Capacity Solutions

Do you want to work for a company where you can make a difference and gain practical on-the-job experience? When you join CRST, you’re not just a number or just an intern. You’re on the team!

At CRST, our company’s success starts with hiring and developing the best people. CRST the Transportation Solution is one of the nation’s largest privately held transportation and logistics companies within the Supply Chain industry and are hoping to add to our team energetic, focused, and driven students. We are looking for students who can add value to our organization through their knowledge and experiences and help us to develop and do our business better! Our company has a positive and inclusive culture whereby we value each person and each voice, giving an ear to your solutions and ideas!  Maybe you discover a more efficient way to design the delivery chain or uncover a problem and then provide a solution to save the organization money? Come on in, believe in your skills and apply them to help us to continue to grow and be the best that we can be while also developing yourself as a young professional!

CRST has an exciting opportunity for you to join our Early Talent Program within our summer internship program as an Operations Intern within our Capacity Solutions division. CRST’s Capacity Solutions team finds smart and efficient solutions for transportation challenges across North America. Our core, asset-back solutions – including regional, drayage and time-sensitive OTR – are augmented by an expansive third-party carrier network of more than 30,000 transportation partnerships, meaning our customers can count on CRST for capacity to handle any surge. Our deep market knowledge and experience ensures competitive rates for customers and drivers, creating a win-together mentality for long-term relationships. And our customer-centric approach – along with state-of-the-art tracking, management and support systems – ensures freight gets moving quickly, even if there’s a bump along the road.

Here is what you can expect:

• Opportunity to build a base of operational knowledge and exposure to company processes & gain experience in the day-to-day operations of CRST.
• Learn and execute basic transportation management practices.
• Assist in creating efficient & effective utilization of company assets & equipment.
• Work with numerous different departments and develop effective communication skills.
• Exposure to Senior Leaders across the business with the opportunity to connect and grow your network.
• Hands on projects related to your major
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Connection to the community in which you are working
• Present a capstone to Senior Business Leaders at the conclusion of the 8-week period

What teams could I be a part of?

As a member of the Operations team within our Capacity division you could have the opportunity to work in a variety of different teams.

• Pricing and Design
• Fleet Management
• Carrier Sales
• Commercial Development (Brokerage)
• Agents
• Equipment (Trailer Management)
• Training and Development

The Summer Internship Program is where students are exposed to the transportation industry, engaged in real-world problem-solving, and immersed in social and educational opportunities with other interns and leaders across the organization. You will have the opportunity to work hand in hand with different business entities to accomplish company objectives and goals.

Here is what we are looking for:

• Pursuing a business-related 4-year bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Sophomore - Junior-level college student pursuing a degree within Business, Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Accounting, Finance or a similar field
• Minimum 2.5 or above GPA
• Exhibit a strong work ethic and loyalty
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Has strong aspirations for future success in business or management
• Self-starter with high personal motivation and desire to take initiative and ownership
• Prior coursework, internship, or work experience preferred, but not required
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solve effectively.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Basic oral and written communication skills
• Maximizes relationships, fosters collaboration, and builds trust

Here is some other helpful information:

• Housing assistance is available to candidates who meet eligibility requirements and are ready to really immerse themselves in a summer of Cedar Rapids FUN!
• Applicants must be enrolled in undergraduate courses at least the fall semester following the summer internship.
• Interns who successfully complete the Early Talent Program are considered for full-time positions within CRST upon graduation with additional benefits.

The CRST Core Values: Safety at the Core of All We Do – Integrity in Every Decision and Action – Commitment to the Success of Employees, Customers, Agents, Contractors, and Communities.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.