Shipping and Fulfillment Intern

Description

Job Title: Shipping and Fulfillment Intern
Company: BNutty / Dilly’s Pet
Position Type: Paid Internship
Hours: Approximately 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Location: Portage, Indiana

About the Role:

BNutty and Dilly’s Pet are seeking a dependable and motivated high school student to join our team as a Shipping and Fulfillment Intern. This hands-on internship provides a valuable opportunity to learn the daily operations of a growing food and pet treat company with international reach.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the accurate and timely fulfillment and shipment of customer orders across ecommerce, wholesale, retail, and direct-to-consumer channels. You’ll work closely with both our production and logistics teams to ensure that every order meets our quality and delivery standards.

What You’ll Gain:

• Paid internship with hands-on experience in shipping logistics and fulfillment operations
• Exposure to inventory systems, order management tools, and warehouse safety practices
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the food and pet treat industries
• A Certificate of Completion and eligibility for a letter of recommendation
• Potential for part-time or long-term employment after successful internship completion  

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Pull finished goods from inventory and manufacturing areas to fulfill daily      orders and purchase orders
• Operate computer systems to process shipments, update tracking, and manage      inventory
• Log incoming raw materials and finished goods between departments to ensure      real-time inventory accuracy
• Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) principles to maintain product freshness
• Pick, pack, label, and prepare orders for shipping
• Assist in inspecting products for quality assurance prior to shipment
• Coordinate with shipping carriers such as UPS, USPS, LTL, and full truckload      providers
• Help identify ways to improve shipping speed, reduce errors, and streamline      workflow
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping area

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Physical ability to perform tasks such as lifting boxes and using a pallet jack      (training provided)
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Punctual, reliable, and capable of managing time well
• Willingness to learn new systems and work collaboratively with others
• Positive attitude and readiness to contribute to a team environment