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Intern - Customer Operations (Must reside in Tampa, FL)

CompanyIFCO SYSTEMS US, LLC
LocationTampa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 22, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the Customer Operations team by learning internal processes, assisting with customer reconciliation, and supporting the Extended Hire billing process. They will collaborate with internal departments to resolve service, billing, and quality concerns.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
2486
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
20 hours
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About The Company
IFCO is the leading global provider of reusable packaging solutions for fresh foods, serving customers in 50+ countries. IFCO operates a pool of over 370 million Reusable Packaging Containers (RPCs) globally, which are used for 2 billion shipments of fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, bread, and other items from suppliers to grocery retailers every year. IFCO RPCs ensure a better fresh food supply chain by protecting freshness and quality and lowering costs, food waste and environmental impact compared to single-use packaging. More: www.ifco.com
About the Role
 

 

Customer Operations Intern – Tampa, FL  

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The candidate will focus on learning IFCO internal processes by supporting the Customer Operations Team with projects and daily tasks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

   

Customer Service Excellence    

• Shadow Customer Operations team to observe daily tasks and learn about different interactions with our customers

• Assist the Customer Operations team in providing customers with strong product knowledge and specifications
• Develop an understanding of the supply chain and how the Customer Operations impacts it both directly and indirectly
• Collaborate with internal departments and operation centers to learn how to resolve service, billing, and quality concerns promptly

Customer Reconciliation    

• Learn and execute the Audit and Reconciliation process.
• Work alongside the Customer Operations team to reconcile the assigned list of customers

• Gather an understanding of key departmental metrics and the role they play in the business

Extended Hire Process

• Learn and support the execution of the Extended Hire Process
• Work alongside the Senior Sales Operations Analyst to gather data and execute the monthly billing process for the program
• Collaborate with Customer Operations and Sales to support monthly “Get Well” calls by gathering and organizing applicable data for selected customers.


EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

     

• Currently enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate or postgraduate degree program
• Interest in learning more about supply chain and customer service processes
• Experience in process development and improvement
• Minimum 20 hours of availability per week
 
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE  

   

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other technology. Strong Excel skills are required.
• Ability to manage data and speak directly with internal teams and external stakeholders.

 

At IFCO, we believe that a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, competitive, and resilient company. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. IFCO is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Key Skills
Customer ServiceSupply Chain ManagementAudit and ReconciliationData AnalysisMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ExcelWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationProblem-solvingProcess Development
Categories
Customer Service & SupportLogisticsData & AnalyticsAdministrative