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International Operations Intern Part Time

CompanyLabconco Corporation
LocationKansas City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Support international order entry and processing, customer and distributor communications, export documentation, shipment coordination, and logistics activities. Maintain accurate records, coordinate with internal departments, assist with compliance and data validation, and contribute to operational projects and administrative support.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
225
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Serving the scientific community since 1925, Labconco Corporation manufactures laboratory equipment, specializing in ventilation products such as chemical fume hoods and blowers, ductless fume enclosures, balance enclosures, HEPA-filtered biological safety cabinets (BSCs), clean benches, glove boxes, and laboratory animal research enclosures. Other product lines include glassware washers, forensic enclosures, centrifugal concentrators, lyophilizers, evaporators, and water purification systems. Custom designed products are also available. Protecting your laboratory environment is the foundation of Labconco's product development efforts, and every Labconco product is designed with safety in mind. Its products'​ performance meets or exceeds industry standards including ANSI/ASHRAE 110-1995, NSF Standard 49 and UL 61010-1. Labconco employs more than 200 associates, every one taking pride in providing outstanding customer service. Labconco is ISO 9001:2008 certified, one measure of its commitment to quality and consistency in design and manufacturing. Through a worldwide network of distributors, Labconco serves a variety of laboratory customers around the globe, including universities, research centers, hospitals and government agencies.
About the Role

Description

Join a Global Operations Team


Labconco is seeking a Temporary International Operations Intern to support our International Operations team. This role will provide hands-on experience in global customer support, international order processing, export logistics, compliance activities, and cross-functional business operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in international business, supply chain, logistics, operations, customer service, or global trade. The selected candidate will work closely with team members who support distributors and customers around the world while helping ensure orders, documentation, and operational activities are completed accurately and on time.


What You'll Do

  • Assist with international order entry and order processing activities.
  • Support customer and distributor communications regarding orders, delivery status, and product availability.
  • Help maintain accurate order records and documentation.
  • Assist with export documentation and shipment coordination.
  • Work with internal departments including production, accounting, marketing, and customer service to support international customers.
  • Monitor open orders and follow up on actions needed to meet customer requirements.
  • Support logistics and transportation coordination activities.
  • Assist with product classification, compliance documentation, and data validation projects.
  • Contribute to special projects related to international operations, process improvements, and business growth initiatives.
  • Provide general administrative and operational support to the International Operations team.


Requirements

 

What We're Looking For

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, International Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or a related field preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
  • Previous customer service, administrative, logistics, or office experience is a plus.
  • Exposure to international business, global trade, or foreign cultures is beneficial.
  • Additional language skills are welcomed but not required.

Why This Role Matters


International Operations plays a critical role in supporting Labconco's global distributors and customers. As our business continues to grow, this part-time position will help ensure excellent customer support, timely order processing, logistics coordination, and compliance activities remain on track during a busy period that includes several planned team absences and ongoing strategic initiatives.


Position Details

  • Temporary, part-time
  • Hourly, non-exempt position
  • Based in Kansas City, Missouri
  • Opportunity to gain experience supporting global business operations and international customers

This role offers valuable exposure to international sales support, logistics, compliance, and customer operations in a growing global manufacturing environment. 


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Key Skills
International Order ProcessingCustomer CommunicationOrder RecordkeepingExport DocumentationShipment CoordinationCross-Functional CollaborationOrder MonitoringLogistics CoordinationProduct ClassificationCompliance DocumentationData ValidationProcess ImprovementMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookAttention to DetailProblem-Solving
Categories
LogisticsCustomer Service & SupportAdministrativeManufacturing