The Echo Trailblazers internship gives you the confidence, community, and communication skills needed to forge a new path. As a member of the Echo Global Logistics team, you’ll work on real-world projects, learn from logistics legends, and work toward a common goal: simplifying transportation for our clients and carriers. You will be on the road to success as an Echo Trailblazer!
As a HR Intern, you will work closely with the HR team and have daily projects to work on and grow your HR skills. No 2 days will be the same throughout the summer for you, as you will receive first hand experience of working within a growing HR team.
What We're Looking for
Passion for Logistics: A keen interest and willingness to learn and try new things
Possess a can-do attitude and believes anything is possible with the right focus
Be organized, professional, and coachable with strong problem solving, communication, time management, and project management skills
Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and support the team in various ways
What You'll Gain
Hands-On Experience: Work on impactful opportunities related to our clients and company
Career Development: Enhance your skills and build a strong work ethic
Network Opportunities: Connect with industry professionals and attend company events
Responsibilities & Job Duties
Partner with the specified HR team on a capstone project
Research and assist with requests related to HR projects
Projects may include assisting with Handshake recruiting campaigns , assisting and executing with internship programs, assist with social media campaigns, and more!
Opportunity to shadow individuals within different departments
Be willing to complete additional tasks that arise within the HR team
What's in it for You?
10-week paid internship working alongside various teams at Echo
Join a vibrant team with casual dress in a collaborative, can-do environment
Enjoy a hybrid working model
Learning resources outside your day-to-day roles
Exposure to real-business experiences
Potential for full-time employment
Requirements
Must be able to start May 24th, 2027 and complete the entire 10 week program
Currently enrolled at a university as a rising senior, with at least one semester remaining after completion of internship
Able to work in our Chicago office 3 days and hybrid 2 days a week
No major or GPA requirements
Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled solutions and supply chain management. We utilize technology to simplify transportation management for our clients and carriers by handling the critical tasks on their behalf so they can focus on what they do best. From coast to coast, dock to dock, and across all major transportation modes, Echo connects businesses that ship their products with carriers who transport those goods quickly, securely, and cost-effectively.
Benefits
For more information about our benefit offerings, please visit our careers page at https://www.echo.com/company/careers.
Compensation
$35,223.00-50,166.00 per yearEcho Global Logistics Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Located in River North overlooking the River! Easily accessible and close to various train and bus stops, including a shuttle from Union Station.
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