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Transportation Operations Intern- Roadtex

Echo Global Logistics · Woodridge, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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About your past

What interests you about logistics, and specifically about moving temperature-sensitive freight?

What they are checking: Whether they have real curiosity about the industry, since the posting names passion for logistics first.

Tell me about a time you had to learn something completely new quickly. How did you approach it?

What they are checking: Whether they are coachable and can get up to speed in a fast-moving operation.

Describe a project where you had to manage your own time across several deadlines.

What they are checking: Whether they are organized and can manage their time and project work independently.

Tell me about a time you worked on a team project where someone wasn't pulling their weight.

What they are checking: Whether they are a team player who can handle friction constructively.

Tell me about a problem you solved that others had given up on.

What they are checking: Whether they have the can-do, problem-solving attitude the posting describes, shown through real action.

What would you do

If you were asked to document a process you'd never seen before, how would you go about it?

What they are checking: Whether they would observe, ask questions, and write it clearly enough for someone else to follow.

A shipment is running late and the customer is calling. You're the intern and your supervisor is busy. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to gather information and escalate appropriately without overstepping or freezing.

If you saw a way to make a report or process faster, how would you bring it up as an intern?

What they are checking: Whether they would speak up with ideas respectfully and back them up, which helps process design work.

About the work

How comfortable are you with Excel, and what's something you've built or analyzed with it?

What they are checking: Whether they have practical spreadsheet skills to support transportation reporting from day one.

Why do you think temperature-controlled freight is harder to move than regular freight?

What they are checking: Whether they can reason about the extra risk and timing pressure in refrigerated LTL, even without experience.

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The full job description

As published by Echo Global Logistics.

The world of transportation has never been more dynamic. If you’re the type of person who craves opportunity and challenge in a supportive and collaborative setting, you belong here. The Roatex Trailblazers internship gives you the confidence, community, and communication skills needed to forge a new path. As a member of the Roadtex team, you’ll work on real-world projects, learn from logistics legends, and work toward a common goal: simplifying transportation for our clients and carriers.  You will be on the road to success as an Roadtex Trailblazer! As a Transportation Operations Intern at Roadtex, you will work closely with our transportation team to assist in the daily operations of the transportation business . This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in logistics, inventory management, and warehouse processes. You will contribute to process design and documentation, transportation reporting , maintaining a smooth workflow and ensuring that our products are stored and distributed efficiently. What We're Looking for • Passion for Logistics : A keen interest and willingness to learn and try new things • Possess a can-do attitude and believes anything is possible with the right focus • Be organized, professional, and coachable with strong problem solving, communication, time management, and project management skills • Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and support the team in various ways What You'll Gain • Hands-On Experience: Work on impactful opportunities related to our clients and company • Career Development: Enhance your skills and build a strong work ethic • Network Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and attend company events • High level approach to operations management. Including understanding of key process indicators and how to effectively identify process breakdowns and communicate resolutions • Practical experience in warehouse operations and inventory management • Understanding of logistics and supply chain processes • Hands-on training with warehouse management systems Responsibilities & Job Duties • Inventory Management: Assist in tracking inventory levels, conducting stock counts, and updating records in the warehouse management system. • Receiving and Shipping: Help with receiving incoming shipments, verifying quantities, and inspecting the quality of goods. Assist in preparing and packing orders for shipment. • Process Design and Documentation: Work with transportation leadership to outline and design a process. Then document in a Standard Operating Procedure and implement with through various level of the operation. • Quality Control: Assist in checking products for defects or discrepancies and ensuring that all products meet quality standards. • Warehouse Organization: Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment. Assist in optimizing storage layouts for efficient operations. • Data Entry: Update inventory records, order details, and shipment information in the system. • Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures within the warehouse. What's in it for You? • 10-week paid internship working alongside various teams at Roadtex. ! • Join a vibrant team with c asual dress in a collaborative , can-do environment • Enjoy a hybrid working model • Learning resources outside your day-to-day roles • Exposure to real-business experiences • Potential for full-time employment Requirements • Must be able to start May 24th, 2027 and complete the entire 10 week program • Currently pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field • Able to work in our Woodridge facility 5 days a week and travel to the Echo Chicago headquarters as needed All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or Vietnam era or other protected veteran. Benefits For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at https://www.echo.com/company/careers .

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