Warehouse and Cross-Border Intern

Winland Foods • Oak Brook, IL • 5h ago

Winland Foods, Inc., based in Oak Brook, IL, is a global manufacturer of private label and branded foods for retail and co-pack customers. We use only the finest ingredients, and ensure every product we make meets the highest standards of taste, quality and accessibility. Across all our food categories, we offer customers a range of premium and value solutions to meet the evolving needs of the consumers. We work closely with our customers to offer consumer-loved brands and custom private label products, and also create new innovative products. We specialize in pasta, sauces, syrups, dressings, jams and jellies, pie fillings, pita chips, dry dinners, dry baking ingredients, and more.

Employee Type:

Full time

Location:

IL Oak Brook

Job Type:

Administration

Job Posting Title:

Warehouse and Cross-Border Intern

Job Description:

Schedule: (Hybrid) Monday and Friday are remote, while Tuesday-Thursday are in office

Work Location: 1120 Employers Blvd. Suite 200, De Pere, WI 54115

Salary: $26.00 with an additional one-time lump sum payment to support expenses

Duration: May to August 2026 - Summer Internship

Job Summary:

The Warehousing and Cross-Border Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting logistics, inventory management, and international shipping operations. Working closely with the supply chain team, this role will assist in the coordination of warehouse activities, cross-border documentation, and data analysis to ensure smooth and compliant product movement between facilities and customers. This internship provides valuable exposure to end-to-end supply chain operations and international trade processes within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Additional projects may include research om regulations, managing records, assisting with audits, and working with external partners such as Customs brokers.

Position Responsibilities:

Warehousing Support

Assist with daily warehouse operations, including receiving, order fulfillment, and inventory tracking.

Help review and update inventory records and reconcile discrepancies.

Support continuous improvement efforts related to warehouse layout, process efficiency, and safety.

Participate in cycle counts and inventory accuracy checks.

Cross-Border and Logistics Coordination

Assist in preparing and reviewing documentation for international shipments (commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, etc.).

Support coordination with carriers, customs brokers, and freight forwarders to ensure timely Customs clearance.

Assist with research on new or upcoming regulations.

Support audits and record keeping requirements.

Track inbound and outbound shipments and communicate status updates to internal teams.

Learn about international shipping regulations, customs compliance, and Incoterms.

Data and Process Improvement

Gather and analyze logistics and warehouse data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Assist in projects to improve trade compliance processes such as exploring the use of AI.

Create and update process documentation, shipping logs, and standard operating procedures.

Participate in team meetings to learn how warehousing and logistics impact broader supply chain performance.

Experience an Intern will gain:

Hands-on experience in warehousing and cross-border logistics within a real-world supply chain.

Exposure to customs documentation, trade compliance, and carrier coordination.

Opportunities to collaborate with professionals across operations, transportation, and customer service.

Mentorship and professional development in a growing global organization.

Qualifications / Requirements:

Full-time student status in pursuit of a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Requires an overall and within major GPA of 3.0 or higher

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; familiarity with ERP or warehouse management systems a plus.

Interest in logistics, warehousing, or international trade.

Work Location: Oak Brook, IL

EEO Statement:

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.

As a 'newly' established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.

By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.

To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.

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