Tech Program Intern III

Solutions driven success.

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

As the Linehaul Advanced Analytics Intern, you will have the opportunity to work with dedicated professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced, multi-cultural environment, while learning the skills that will help you build a meaningful career. On our team, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in LTL business through Advanced Analytics. The projects you’ll be contributing to will give you hands-on exposure to execution of advanced concepts in disciplines like Operations Research/Optimization/Prescriptive Analytics, Software Development/Engineering, Data Engineering/Business Intelligence, Quality Assurance and more. We take pride in helping our employees grow and learn. Become the technology practitioner you’re meant to be, by building tomorrow’s technology today. 

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation. This 12-week internship program will take place in one of multiple locations during the summer of 2024.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Gain understanding and experience with various functions of the transportation and logistics industry
• Participate in projects in the areas of logistics, network design, transportation and optimization
• Work with business process owners to identify and scope areas of opportunity
• Build strong relationships and collaborations with senior leadership to support company goals
• Develop hands-on experience with continuous improvement projects and Lean principles; utilize and enhance your problem-solving skills while contributing to special assignments

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• Recent college graduate or currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited university or college
• Bachelor's degree preferably in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Chemical Engineering or related field
• 2 or more years of relevant coursework
• Interest/openness to learn/explore about Less-Than-Truckload business and usage of advanced analytics methods/tools to support complex strategic/tactical/operational business decisions

It’d be great if you also have:

• Demonstrated ability analyzing technical and non-technical problems by developing research questions, implementing appropriate analytical methods, and presenting results
• Practical experience with scripting/programming languages such as SQL/Python/Java on development platforms like PyCharm/IntelliJ; code management services such as Git; Agile Software Development practices such as Jira/Confluence; commercial optimization software such as Cplex/Gurobi/Xpress.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for intended audience
• Knowledge in supporting decision making through mathematical modeling and performance measuring, implementation, operationalization and scalability of scientific techniques/advanced algorithms
• Solid organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to be open-minded and receptive to feedback in an intellectually rigorous environment 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate information with attention to detail and accuracy 
• Energetic work style with a strong drive to succeed
• Self-motivated instincts with the ability to work well with minimal supervision or in a team environment and consult with team members/management as needed

Be part of something big.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.  

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