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Full-Time Internship - Customs Brokerage

Expeditors International

Torrance, CAFull-time$20/hrPosted 2mo agoStill listed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$20/hr
Location
Torrance, CA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Job overview

Expeditors International is hiring a Full-Time Internship - Customs Brokerage. This full-time internship offers a challenging hands-on experience in customs brokerage. Interns will work alongside Expeditors' employees, learning processes, terminology, and skills necessary for success in a fast-paced operation with a diverse customer base. The paid position typically lasts 3 to 4 months, requiring 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with potential for overtime.

Key focus areas include Scan and index documents, Track and trace international shipments, and Assist customer service representatives with reviewing commercial documents.

Successful candidates bring High School Degree Or Equivalent, Must Be Legally Authorized To Work In The United States, and Must Not Require Future Sponsorship For Employment Visa. Important skills include Fluent English Written, Fluent English Verbal, Comfortable With Numbers, Basic Mathematical Skills, 10-Key Usage, and Multi-Task. Preferred (not required): Scanning Documents, Indexing Documents, Track And Trace International Shipment, and Reviewing Commercial Documents.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Fluent English WrittenFluent English VerbalScanning DocumentsIndexing DocumentsTrack and Trace International ShipmentReviewing Commercial DocumentsVerification of Customs Declaration InformationAccurate and Timely Data EntryGovernment Regulations ComplianceCompany Policies ComplianceMicrosoft WordComfortable With NumbersBasic Mathematical Skills10-Key UsageMulti-TaskPrioritizeFocusedOrganizedPro-ActiveStrong Organizational SkillsAnalyticalStrong Attention to DetailEffective Interpersonal SkillsListenComprehendEffectively Communicate Clearly and ConciselyWork IndependentlyCollaborative Team EnvironmentStrong Work EthicReliabilityComfortable Working in Professional Business EnvironmentLearn New Software and Technologies

Qualifications

Available for 3-4 MonthsCommute to Torrance, CAHigh School Degree or EquivalentLegally Authorized to Work in the United StatesNot Require Future Sponsorship for Employment VisaAbility to Work OvertimeAssociates or Undergraduate Degree

Full 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 that can 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 Torrance, California. 

  • The pay for the internship will be $19/hour. Some of the job functions include, but not limited to:

  • Scanning and indexing documents

  • Track and Trace international shipment

  • Assist the customer service representative with reviewing commercial documents according to customer's instructions and expectations.

  • Assist customer service representative with verification of customs declaration information

  • Assist customer service representative by ensuring accurate and timely data entry into Expeditors Customs entry system

  • Ensure compliance at all times by following government regulations and company policies Minimum Qualifications:

  • Candidate must be available for 3-4 months

  • Must be able to commute to the city of Torrance, 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 Desired Qualifications:

  • Associates or Undergraduate Degree Preferred

  • 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 The hourly rate for this position is $20/hour

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