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Intern, Engineering - Operations Strategy

Part-time

ABF Freight

Fort Smith, ARPart-timeSeen 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
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Location
Fort Smith, AR
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Intern, Operations Strategy Engineer will assist with research, design, and development of capacity and demand planning models to improve forecasting, costing, and operational efficiencies at ABV Freight during a summer internship.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeSQLLean Six SigmaActive LearningFlexibility and AdaptabilityInitiativeInterpersonal RelationshipsManaging Multiple PrioritiesProblem Solving

Qualifications

Currently Pursuing a Degree in Engineering or Other Equivalent Technical FieldUnderstanding of Engineering Principles and Statistical Concepts

Full job description

*Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this particular role.

This is a summer position, beginning in May or June 2027 and ending in August 2027.

When applying, please submit a resume and unofficial transcript.

Job Description

The Intern, Operations Strategy Engineer assists with research, design, and develops capacity and demand planning models to improve ABF Freight's forecasting, costing, and operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities

  • Learn relationships between company assets and current and projected business levels. Company assets include equipment, labor, technology, and facilities.

  • Mathematically model and provide internal guidance on network capacity and demand trends.

  • Research and evaluate new technologies, methods, and equipment to enhance operational efficiencies and reduce cost.

  • Understand costing inputs and methodologies and provide operational guidance for ABF Freight's shipment level costing model.

  • Evaluate measurement systems for the continual improvement of ABF Freight's processes and procedures.

  • Perform ad-hoc projects on analytics as required by VP's or other department heads.

  • Utilize knowledge and understanding of the quality process, Lean Six Sigma, and be able to apply tools or technology in business cases.

  • Other duties and projects, as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

  • Currently pursuing a degree in engineering or other equivalent technical field, required

Experience:

  • No prior experience necessary

Computer Skills:

  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, SQL, and other tools to execute analysis and manage projects.

Additional Requirements:

  • Understanding of engineering principles and statistical concepts.

Competencies:

  • Active Learning

  • Flexibility and Adaptability

  • Initiative

  • Interpersonal Relationships

  • Managing Multiple Priorities

  • Problem Solving

Other Details

Work Hours:

  • This is a part time internship position that will average fewer than 30 hours per week. Typical hours will fall between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional irregular hours depending on workload.

Travel Requirements:

  • Minimal (0%-25%)

Compensation:

  • This is a hourly position paid weekly.

About Us

ABF Freight®, an ArcBest® company, is one of the nation's largest, most trusted less-than-truckload carriers. With over a century of experience, 220 service centers spanning North America, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety and customer service, ABF offers best-in-class LTL transportation for companies of all sizes and industries. We're driven for excellence.

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Vet/Disability

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