Operations Intern

Are you someone who never rests on their laurels, always strives to go above and beyond, and is committed to keeping your PROMISES? Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fosters work-life balance, and a dynamic team environment? Then Old Dominion is the home for you. We take pride in being the best in the industry, and from our humble beginnings we know that our People and our Family Spirit are the main ingredient in our secret sauce to success. At Old Dominion we are looking for individuals to join the OD Family that will provide innovative solutions and exceed expectations to keep OD the premier transportation solutions provider.

Kickstart your career with Old Dominion Freight Line’s Operations Internship! Gain hands-on experience in logistics, master loading techniques, shadow supervisors, and take on leadership responsibilities. Tackle impactful projects and even step in as an Operations Supervisor. If you're eager to learn and grow in transportation, this is your launchpad!

To learn OD operations and culture while learning safe and effective ways to load and unload freight and complete several projects throughout the internship, eventually “filling-in” for the operations supervisor during the last few weeks of the program

Primary Responsibilities

• Learn dock operations by shadowing team members and various supervisors and managers at the location
• Learn to effectively and safely operate a forklift
• Assist in securing freight inside trailers, learning appropriate tools and supplies
• Participate in monitoring the daily safety of each employee
• Learn and participate in evaluating and teaching safe lifting techniques
• Learn proper loading and unloading techniques and ensure compliance
• Learn the service center operations and make suggestions for improvements
• Learn DOT and OSHA regulations and ensure compliance
• Learn to effectively use computer/internal freight monitoring systems
• Develop an understanding of various forms such as shipping orders, city stripping manifests, freight bills, overage/damage movement reports and exception forms
• Successfully complete projects as assigned

Job Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent, currently attending college

Experience:

• Willingness to learn operations and complete assigned projects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Great interpersonal skills with a positive attitude

Working Days:

Shift and hours to be determined.

Working Shift:

Shift and hours to be determined.

Work Days and Shift are estimates and are subject to change, at any given time, based on job scheduling and/or business levels. Any information listed regarding Days and Shifts shall be considered a guideline of expectations for the specific position at the time of posting.

Join the OD Family Today!

As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:

• Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Vision & Dental
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career
• We prioritize our OD family of employees
• Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
• National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).

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