What are the responsibilities and job description for the Logistics Coordinator Intern position at Lighthouse?
Logistics Coordinator Intern
Who is Lighthouse?
At Lighthouse, we’re revolutionizing the freight brokerage industry. Starting as a traditional 3PL, we’ve transformed into a powerhouse, combining trucking, warehousing, and packaging with cutting-edge technology. Our innovative business model, culture, and incentives are focused on creating success for our clients, carriers—and our team.
Why Join Lighthouse?
Looking to get real-world experience in sales, logistics, and the transportation industry? As a Logistics Coordinator Intern, you’ll work alongside a Sales Account Executive and get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to manage customer accounts and keep freight moving. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the logistics business while building valuable communication, problem-solving, and business skills.
What You'll Do
- Support Daily Operations: Assist the Sales Account Executive with the day-to-day management of customer accounts and shipments.
- Learn the Logistics Process: Gain hands-on experience coordinating freight from pickup to delivery and learn how shippers, carriers, and brokers work together.
- Communicate with Customers & Carriers: Assist with emails, calls, updates, and follow-up to help ensure shipments stay on track.
- Problem Solve: Help troubleshoot shipment issues and identify solutions when things don’t go as planned.
- Assist with Rates & Quotes: Learn how freight is priced and assist with gathering and comparing rates from carriers.
- Stay Organized: Help maintain accurate shipment information, update systems, and keep account details organized.
- Learn the Business: Gain exposure to freight brokerage, sales, customer relationships, transportation operations, and account management.
What We're Looking For
- Someone who is motivated, curious, and eager to learn
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- A positive, team-oriented attitude
- Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Someone who takes initiative and isn't afraid to ask questions
- Interest in sales, business, logistics, transportation, or supply chain
- Currently pursuing a degree in business, marketing, supply chain, logistics, or a related field is preferred
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on experience in the transportation and logistics industry
- Exposure to both sales and operations
- Experience working directly with customers and carriers
- A better understanding of the freight brokerage and 3PL business
- Mentorship and day-to-day experience working alongside an experienced Sales Account Executive
- The opportunity to build professional skills in communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and account management
**Opportunity has option to transition from part-time to full-time.
(Lighthouse is cool with everyone — no matter who you are or where you’re from. If you’ve got the drive, we’ve got the opportunity.)