Rail Transportation Intern

Summary

CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Global Grain & Processing group. We are looking for a Rail Transportation Intern to help support a variety of areas that will range in scale and complexity. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills by learning from and collaborating with a talented team of business and rail professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis of rail rate structures and spreads to maximize market competitiveness
• Source competitive freight rates and provide recommendations to internal customers so CHS utilizes the lowest cost of transportation possible while meeting the market needs
• Assist with rate negotiation for confidential rail contracts and new business/marketing opportunities
• Monitor and maintain rail rates and databases with current and accurate information
• Work with internal accounting team to ensure rail shipments settle correctly
• Rate daily shipments timely and accurately and communicate cost saving alternatives
• Communicate with stakeholders efficient and economical options for execution via rail
• Suggest improvements to systems and processes regarding rail rates
• Innovate and be creative in your data analysis, problem solving approach and presentation of solutions

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Currently enrolled in Transportation, logistics, fleet management or similar degree program at an accredited institution, entering junior or senior year, or recent graduate
• Experience with Office 365
• Excellent communication skills, customer service, strong analytical and problem solving skills, self-motivated with confirmed leadership abilities, presentation skills and be able to function in a team-oriented environment with resource and time constraints
• Passion for problem solving and attention to detail

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in rail supply chain, logistics, rating, billing, claims, invoicing or plant scheduling
• Experience in data maintence
• Experience with SAP

Physical Requirements