Intern: Business Operations Support (Fall 2024)

Location:

Jacksonville, FL, US, 32219

Position Type: Student

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What you will do

Intern: Volvo Production System / Fall 2024

Service Market Logistics (SML) North America is part of Volvo Group Trucks Operations (GTO). We are a global organization of over 3,000 employees located in over 47 locations in 30 countries. Our job is to develop, manage and optimize the Service Market supply chain (aftermarket parts distribution to dealer network) for all Volvo Group brands and joint ventures. We develop logistics solutions to ensure the highest parts availability, delivery precision and quality at all our distribution centers. We ensure that all logistics services are delivered with world class operational excellence utilizing Lean Thinking.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

The VPS intern position will be responsible for working with Jacksonville, Florida Operations Management team and Quality team supporting the Regional Distribution Centers (RDC) in their Lean journey. The intern role provides students with the opportunity to apply academic knowledge and skills in a professional environment, and to promote the graduate’s career goals through contact with professionals in their field of study. The intern experience enables students to participate in professional activities for Volvo Group Service Market Logistics by working on projects for the Manger and Quality team. Internships are structured learning experiences where interns and our full-time professionals work together on projects within their selected organization. The internship allows students to integrate knowledge and skills in a manner that is mutually beneficial to the student and Volvo Group Service Market Logistics.

Responsibilities

• Support Lean/Continuous Improvement activities across multiple RDCs.

• Hands on operator to collaborate with warehouse

• Assist with research and data collection.

• Prepare presentations and reports.

• Participate in internal team meetings.

• Design and develop training material / portfolios to promote lean culture and quality mindset e.g., 5S, PSM, Fishbone Diagram, 5WHY, PDCA Cycle.

• Develop VPS tools library to boost communication e.g., books, 5S Program, idea generation status boards.

• Describe procedures – Governance of PSM, Ideas, SOP, etc.

• Collaborate with local RDC VPS Lean Leadership to coordinate lean activities.

Education and Program Requirements

• Applicant must be currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related degree at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the co-op/internship.

• Interns work less than 30 hours per week.

• Must be enrolled in academic courses as a full-time student (except summer).

• Must be in good academic standing with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75/4.0.

• Strong communication skills.

• Valid US Work authorization.

GTO’s goal is to contribute to the student’s development, as well as providing an opportunity for the student to work in a business environment within the manufacturing industry. This position will report directly to the VPS and Quality Manager of the RDCs NA.

What’s in it for you?

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00. The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. 

We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:

• Housing assistance 

• Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization 

• Training and personal development 

Ready for the next move?

Select one of these calls to action or mix them or phrase your personal invitation:

• If you want to make a real impact in your career, the transportation business is where you want to be. We look forward to meeting you.

• Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!

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Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category: Supply Chain & Logistics

Organization: Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required: No Travel Required

Requisition ID: 9846

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

Nearest Major Market: Jacksonville