Business Operations Intern

Scope of Position: To assist in the pursuit of efficiency, operational excellence, and world-class customer service at Expeditors LAX District.

Position Schedule: Flexible weekday schedule (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM), totaling approximately 20 hours per week

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive Global Business Operations Strategies and Principles to enable world class performance
• Consume, train, and monitor usage of new processes and technologies
• Improve operational performance through analytics and observation
• Support local solutions that improve efficiency and enable visibility in alignment with global standards

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Degree or equivalent required
• Successful candidates must pass a background check
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must not require future sponsorship for employment visa
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Must have the ability to work overtime in support of the department’s needs
• Must be able to commute to the city of Hawthorne, CA
• Comfortable with numbers and basic mathematical skills
• Comfortable working in a Professional Business Environment

Desired Qualifications:

• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, and familiarity with PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive in thought and action
• Experience using AI tools (e.g., generative AI, Copilot, or automation tools) to support research, analysis, documentation, or process improvement
• Experience with technical tools such as basic programming, data analysis, scripting, or automation to support problem-solving and business tasks

Reporting Structure

• District Business Operations Specialist

The wage for this position is $20.00 per hour.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.