Summer Internship 2025 - Logistics, CLT, NC

Date: Jan 21, 2025

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28273

Company: Jeld-Wen Inc.

JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Summer Internship 2025 - Logistics, CLT, NC to join our growing team.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The JELD-WEN Summer Internship Program empowers talented undergraduate students to gain real-world working experience and professional development. This position is in our Logistics business area. The internship program includes meaningful projects and challenging work assignments geared at developing professional competencies and skills in a chosen discipline. Additionally, throughout the summer internship, participants will have the opportunity for professional development, mentoring, and networking opportunities to help enhance future leadership.

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO        

Examples of opportunities the Logistics Interns will have include (but are not limited to):

  • Work with a diverse team excited to transform Logistics Operations at JELD-WEN
  • Support commercial activities within assigned modes of transportation which include carrier selections, negotiating rates and contracts, and performing RFQs
  • Gain exposure to different areas of Operations (Supply Chain, Sourcing, etc.)
  • Gain insight into an enterprise initiative to centralize the logistics function
  • Cross functional collaboration with Finance, IT and other business functions
  • Learn about the carrier onboarding process and relationship management
  • Support the development of policies and procedures; coordinate and communicate applicable changes to carriers
  • Have an opportunity to visit a plant and see how the work of the logistics team supports the overall manufacturing life cycle

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and real-world projects
  • Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field
  • Opportunities for professional development and networking
  • Exposure to Jeld-Wen's technical and business leadership
  • A collaborative and inclusive work environment

 

SKILLS, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE

Required:

  • Currently enrolled rising junior or senior students majoring in: Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Operations Management
  • Demonstrated work ethic and detail-orientation
  • Project management, collaboration and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Ability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and work to a high caliber.
  • An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take initiative and show curiosity

 

Recommended:

  • Minimum GPA 3.0
  • Leadership experience and relationship-building skills.
  • Relevant internship or previous work experience is desired

 

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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. 

 

JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows, and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.

JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’. 


What We Offer


Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, retirement program, etc.


JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.


JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.
 


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