Internship Program (for Polytechnic Students in Singapore)

Expeditors is a Fortune 500 Company. Our global network offers a broad range of logisticservices including air and ocean transportation, customs brokerage,distribution, cargo insurance, duty drawback, and consulting. Expeditors hiresthe best in the industry, and the financial results are a direct result of itspeople and unique culture.

Our motto, "You'd be surprised how far we'll go for you", is exemplified through ourembrace of these culture elements: Attitude, Curiosity, Integrity, Resolute,Visionary, Appearance, Confidence, Excellence, Pride, and Sense of Humor.

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you willfind professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of whichfoster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

• 19,000 trained professionals
• 350+ locations worldwide
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

The ideal candidate will have a willingness to grow, learn and work hard. Our departmentis growing and we are looking for a bilingual person who enjoys a fast-paced,professional, and dynamic work environment.

Job Description

Scope

• New Intern Orientation
• Intern will learn about Expeditors and the logistics industry
• Intern will gain real field work experience
• School credit (if applicable)
• Possible offer to a contract / full time position with the company after the internship ends
• Competitive internship allowance
• Enhance communication skills and build interpersonal skills
• Contacts in field of interest and establish networking with logistics professional
• Acquire state of art logistics know-hows such as electronic data management, shipments processing and document imaging

Our internship program is unique in that it is flexible and focused on the individual which can last from 12 - 16 weeks for Polytechnic students currently residing in Singapore 

Based on your faculty of studies, the training may be conducted in one specific or relevant department. We may also assign you to a special project during your internship.

The internship will include an orientation on the overview of the organization, project, field work (if relevant), guided hands-on practices.

If you show yourself to be a cut above the rest, you may be recommended for potential hire upon graduation or at the end of the internship.

Features of the internship

• Full-Time Internship, 5 days a week for total of 12 to 16 weeks program
• Structured training curriculum in specific operations and personal development areas
• Mentorship from various stakeholders for professional and personal career guidance
• Exposure to different aspect of the business
• Opportunity to demonstrate potential and capability by supporting various projects

Qualifications Requirements

• Currently in Polytechnic curriculum
• Interns are encouraged to spend at least 12 - 16 weeks with us for a more purposeful experience
• Excellent communication skills are a must - spoken and written English skills are required
• Good interpersonal skills - ability to communicate effectively and provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers
• Self-motivated with ability to multi-task
• Good team player with positive attitude. and at the same time, also ability to work independently
• Computer literate and able to operate email
• Good organizational skills with attention to detail
• Possess a “can do” attitude and pro-active demeanor
• Committed to the job and work assignments given.
• Have courage to face new challenges
• Global geographic knowledge and multi-lingual abilities are always desired
• Able to work 40-42 hours per week depending on the department assigned

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Goal

Our goal during an internship is to provide training and experience related to each student’s academic course of study and/or career goals. The following criteria defines a successful internship:

• The intern is engaged in productive and challenging work rather than merely observing
• The student contributes to our company, becomes a member of our team, and learns how his or her academic background can be applied in the workplace.

The amount of hours worked per week can vary based on the academic work load and needs of our business. Hours are flexible – with the assumption during summer/winter breaks more hours would be worked than during the school year. Expeditors requests a commitment to 15 hours of employment per week during the academic school year and 40 during the summer. These numbers would be coordinated on an individual basis.

 Working Condition

• No more than physical effort or positional stress required. Intermittent walking, sitting or standing with normal expenditure of energy.
• Good working condition, almost complete absence of disagreeable elements.
• Minimum exposure to adverse or hazardous working conditions

 Note to Applicant:

* Please indicate the period that you would be available for internship