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Customs Summer Internship

Kuehne+Nagel, Jersey City, NJ, United States


Internship Overview
With us, you will get to know the diverse world of logistics. Whether it's delivering equipment for our favorite sport or transporting sensitive components for the smartphones we use every day – you make an important contribution to life's small and big moments. Your work at Kuehne+Nagel has more impact than you can imagine.

This immersive internship program runs 10 to 16 weeks, depending on your academic schedule, and provides hands‑on exposure to the dynamic world of customs brokerage, trade compliance, and international logistics support. Internship experiences vary by location and training program, allowing interns to gain exposure to different aspects of Customs Operations and Trade Services, such as compliance support, customer coordination, process documentation, project‑based initiatives, or customs‑related data and reporting.

You’ll learn directly from experienced customs professionals, collaborate with fellow interns across the country, and gain real‑world exposure to the tools, processes, and regulatory frameworks that support compliant cross‑border trade into the United States. Along the way, you’ll participate in networking events, executive speaker sessions, and structured learning activities designed to help you grow both professionally and personally.

Responsibilities

Integrate into a team within one of our major business units – Customs & Trade Services

Participate in a location‑specific training program focused on areas such as:

Customs brokerage operations and clearance processes (observational and support‑based)

Import compliance fundamentals, trade regulations, and documentation requirements

Customer support and shipment coordination

Project based trade initiatives (e.g., process improvement, audit preparation, reporting, or compliance research)

Data, systems, or customs technology support (non‑transactional)

Learn Kuehne+Nagel customs terminology, workflows, and standard operating procedures

Assist with operational, analytical, or administrative tasks that support customs specialists, such as document review preparation, data validation, reporting, and process documentation

Support compliance activities without conducting Customs business, including no direct system filings, transmissions, or filing decisions

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and internal stakeholders (e.g., operations, customer care, and trade compliance)

Participate in internship program activities, including guest speakers, intern events, and regular check‑ins

Track your learning progress through structured program resources and feedback

Develop and deliver a final internship presentation highlighting your experience, learning outcomes, and key takeaways

Qualifications

Rising senior or recent graduate, preferably in relevant majors including supply chain, logistics, business, or a related field

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast‑paced setting

A positive attitude with curiosity, motivation, and a desire to learn and grow

Application Requirements
Applicants need to fully complete all application questions to be considered for a Summer Internship opportunity.

Please note that summer interns are not eligible for full‑time employee benefits. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship.

Benefits
The hourly wage range for this position is between $15.00 and $20.00. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data.

EEO Statement
Kuehne+Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1‑800‑267‑1326 during the hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e‑mail at HR.helpdesk@kuehne‑nagel.com with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.

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