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Intern, National Operations and Logistics Freight Management

Ascension

Salary undisclosed

Arlington, VA, United StatesInternOn-siteNovice

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Description

The Resource Group has a robust internship program for Summer 2027 beginning on May 17, 2027. Our program has several positions available for hire. In order to provide the best candidate experience please apply to only ONE position. Should you be interested in multiple available positions you will be given the opportunity to share that during the interview process.

To learn more about The Resource Group and our internship program please visit our website at https://www.theresourcegroup.com/careers/internships.

This position resides under The Resource Group, an end-to-end supply chain partner to healthcare organizations across the United States, wholly-owned by Ascension. At The Resource Group, we build strong relationships with provider teams, working alongside them to improve supply chain operations and lower non-payroll expenses, all in support of delivering quality patient care. Responsibilities for this role can be found below:

  • Support freight management operations by assisting with logistics activities, shipment coordination, and operational processes that promote the efficient movement of supplies across the organization.
  • Collaborate with freight management associates, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders to support transportation activities, resolve routine inquiries, and contribute to effective service delivery.
  • Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytical tools using Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Google Workspace, and other technologies to support freight management performance tracking and operational decision making.
  • Analyze freight management data and performance metrics to identify trends, measure operational performance, and contribute data driven recommendations that support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Assist with the development, maintenance, and communication of freight management documentation, shipping account information, policies, procedures, and other operational resources.
  • Participate in projects and process improvement initiatives by applying project management, problem solving, data analysis, and communication skills to support freight management operations and organizational goals.
     

Qualifications

Education

  • High school diploma equivalency OR Enrolled in accredited program specific to discipline required. 

Additional Preferences:

  • College Junior year and above (ie, Supply Chain, Operations, Business)

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Fraud prevention notice

Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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About this role

The Resource Group, Ascension's supply chain division, is hiring interns for summer 2027 to support freight management operations across healthcare logistics. This in-office role in Arlington, Virginia involves hands-on work with shipment coordination, transportation activities, and operational processes that move supplies efficiently through the organization. You'll collaborate with freight associates, logistics providers, and internal teams to resolve inquiries and contribute to service delivery.

A significant part of the role centers on data and analytics. You'll build reports and dashboards using Excel, Tableau, and Google Workspace to track freight performance, analyze operational metrics, and identify trends that inform continuous improvement recommendations. You'll also help maintain documentation, policies, and procedures that support freight management operations, and participate in broader process improvement projects where you can apply problem-solving and project management skills.

The position suits college juniors and above pursuing supply chain, operations, or business studies who want practical experience in healthcare logistics and operations. A high school diploma or current enrollment in a relevant program is the minimum requirement. This is a structured summer internship program beginning May 17, 2027, offering exposure to real supply chain challenges within a large nonprofit health system.

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