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Your role

The Team:

Volvo Group Trucks Operations is the truck industrial entity within the Volvo Group responsible for truck manufacturing, including Cab & Vehicle Assembly, Powertrain Production, Logistics Services, Part Distribution, and Remanufacturing. Hagerstown group function is Powertrain Production. 

At Hagerstown, they are the heart, and they keep the heart beating. They develop and produce heavy-duty diesel engines, transmission, axles, and electric driveline components for the Volvo Group brands.
They are currently looking for a student to work within their Logistics team as a Logistics Engineering Intern. 

What you will be doing:

• The student should be prepared to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment, gaining experience and knowledge in various aspects of supply chain and engineering.
• As a valued member of the Logistics team within Volvo Group, the student will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally focusing on supply chain, material handling, material storage, lean manufacturing, and data analytics.
• Volvo Group’s goal is to contribute to the student’s development, as well as provide an opportunity for the student to work in a business environment within the manufacturing industry.
• This position will report to the Logistics Engineering Team Leader. 

Position Responsibilities:

• Analyze existing logistics and supply chain processes to identify inefficiencies to recommend and lead improvements. 
• Gather and interpret data pertaining to supply chain processes and costs and use statistical methods and software tools to analyze logistics data and provide actionable insights. 
• Assist in the design and implementation of logistics projects focused on cost deployment and focused improvement – two key pillars in the Volvo Performance System (VPS). 
• Contribute to material layout and delivery route proposals by utilizing the “Go and See” approach on the shop floor and interacting with Material Handlers
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for logistics processes and document workflows and process maps to assist in training and process improvement. 

About you

Critical Competencies:

• Attention to Detail: Provide accurate data and reports that are pertinent to the team’s tasks. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with data analysis tools and software is a plus.
• Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
• Communication: Listen effectively, transmit information accurately and understandably, and actively seek feedback from experienced engineers, project managers, etc.
• Dependability/Reliability: Follow through on commitments, timely delivery on projects, assigned tasks, etc. 
• Flexibility: Willing to perform a wide range of tasks, positive responses to changes in direction and priorities, and acceptance of new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments. 

Co-Op Education and Program Requirements:

• Applicant must be currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the internship.  
• Applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid US Work authorization.
• Co-ops are not enrolled in academic courses during their co-op rotation and may work up to 40 hours per week.

Compensation & benefits

The hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00.

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

• Housing assistance  
• Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across their global organization 
• Training and personal development 

Training & development

At Volvo, interns gain exposure to various facets of business. They have the opportunity to thrive professionally, personally, and educationally in a diverse environment. Interns connect with people from around the world, tackle daily challenges, and apply classroom skills to real-world problems. The learning opportunities are endless, and it's rewarding to see Volvo's products on the road and appreciate their impact.

Career progression

At Volvo, they hired interns. They passionately believe in the importance of investing in talented young people and preparing them for their careers by offering job opportunities for students. Being offered one of the many opportunities for students, you get the chance to discover more about yourself and your aspirations for the future.

Source

• volvogroup.com/en/careers/students-and-graduates.html
• volvogroup.com/en/careers/explore-job-opportunities.html
• youtube.com/@VolvoGroupVideos