Logistics Intern - DDP (Customer Service - Collections & Invoicing)

Logistics Intern - DDP (Customer Service - Collections & Invoicing)

MSC USA - Tempe

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At MSC, we are looking for candidates that would like to challenge themselves in the world of logistics. We offer a diverse environment, and it is important for us to continue to bring professionals with different background and experiences. Together, we will continue to grow while connecting the world around us. It is a big world, and it takes expertise, ingenuity, hard work and dedication to keep it moving. You will learn what it takes to move a shipment from point A to point B while gaining immeasurable industry knowledge with the largest shipping line in the world! Excited yet? Come join us!

Job Summary

We are seeking students who are passionate about Logistics to join our 2026 Summer Internship program at MSC USA, based in Tempe, AZ! The internship will run for 12 weeks, from June to August 2026. During this period, interns will work Monday through Thursday, from 9 AM to 4 PM.

This internship will offer you professional work experience, valuable mentorship, and a realistic job preview of what it’s like to work at MSC USA. You will be assigned to our DDP (Customer Service - Collections & Invoicing) team, where you will have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions and develop new skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generates and updates invoices for charges incurred by the customers for demurrage and detention (usage of port land / equipment, inside the port, after the expiration of the free days), using MSC proprietary systems and 3rd party invoice generators.
• Handles disputes, requests, refunds. Communicates with customers, replies to their questions, and generates potential solutions to customer issues pertaining to demurrage & detention invoices.
• Applies payments and posts releases at Terminal/Exam websites.
• Logs waivers, disputes and statements sent in waiver and collection logs. Processes data accurately and timely.
• Provides excellent customer service via phone, e-mail, etc., and maintains positive relationships with customers.
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with internal teams. Collaborates with team members to achieve daily/weekly/monthly goals and deadlines.
• Communicates clearly with team members regarding workload, customer specifics, and issues. Escalates unique or complex issues pertaining to demurrage & detention invoices to the appropriate supervisor for resolution when necessary.

This role requires working on-site in the office. There is no option for fully remote or hybrid work in this role.

Qualifications & Key Competencies:

• Must have valid work authorization. If you are under 18, a work permit is required.
• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field
• Must be able to work 29 hours per week during office hours, Tuesday – Friday between 9 AM – 4 PM during the internship period.
• English: advanced
• Strong attention to details
• Excellent problem solving abilities
• Organized, efficient, and able to manage time effectively
• Strong customer service mindset, focused, and responsive
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Great team player
• Knowledge of MS Excel with the ability to learn new software

About Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, is a global leader in transportation and logistics, privately owned and founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte. As one of the world’s leading container shipping lines, MSC has 675 offices across 155 countries worldwide, with the MSC Group employing over 200,000 people. The company has evolved from a one vessel operation into a globally respected business with a fleet of 800 vessels that provides timely delivery of goods and services to customers of all industries and sizes. With access to an integrated network of road, rail, air, and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe, the company prides itself on delivering global service with local knowledge. MSC’s shipping line sails on 300 trade routes and calls at 520 ports, carrying some 22.5 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) annually. For more information, visit MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company

Mediterranean Shipping Company (USA) Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type including but not limited to characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at US038-Humanresourcesusa@msc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.