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Ever wonder how your sneakers, smartphone, favorite snacks, or life‑saving medicines travel across oceans to reach you? As a Sea Logistics Summer Intern, you’ll explore how global trade really works behind the scenes—at Kuehne+Nagel, one of the world’s top global 3PL companies.

This immersive internship program runs 10 to 16 weeks, depending on your academic schedule, and offers hands-on exposure to the fast-paced world of sea logistics and ocean freight forwarding. You’ll learn directly from industry professionals, collaborate with a cohort of fellow interns, and gain real-world experience using logistics technology and systems that power global supply chains. Along the way, you’ll participate in networking events, executive speaker sessions, and structured learning activities designed to help you grow personally and professionally.

How you create impact

• Integrate into a team within one of our major business units – Sea Logistics
• Learn Kuehne + Nagel systems, terminology, and business solutions used in day-to-day global operations
• Assist with operational and administrative activities related to sea freight logistics
• Participate in internship program experiences, including guest speakers, intern lunches, and check-in meetings
• Track your learning progress using program resources and feedback
• Develop and present a final internship presentation showcasing your experience and key takeaways

What we would like you to bring

• Rising senior or recent graduate, preferreably in relevant majors include supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced setting
• A positive attitude with curiosity, motivation, and a desire to learn and grow
  
  Applicants need to fully complete all application questions to be considered for a Summer Internship opportunity. Please note that summer interns are not eligible for full time employee benefits. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

What's in it for you

At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The hourly wage range for this position is $20. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI-KE1

Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.