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Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain Management

Summer Internship 2027

Fort Wayne, INOnsiteFull TimeJunior / Entry-level$15–$15 /hrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Competitive mindset
  • Coachable
  • Resilient
  • Comfortable on the phone
  • Motivated by goals
  • Measurable progress
  • Constructive coaching
  • Team player

Nice to have

  • Athletic backgrounds
  • Leadership experience

Role summary

Circle Logistics is seeking interns for their Summer Internship 2027 program, running from May 31st to July 30th. This on-site, full-time paid internship offers a $15/hour wage and provides hands-on experience across four core departments: Track & Trace, Carrier Sales, Inside Sales, and Account Management. Interns will manage shipments, build relationships, negotiate rates, prospect new business, and manage customer needs. The program emphasizes competitive spirit, strong communication, coachability, and goal-driven motivation, with a preference for candidates with athletic or leadership backgrounds. This internship serves as a direct pathway to full-time roles within the company.

Program Details

May 31st - July 30th 2027

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

$15 per hour

On-site at our Fort Wayne, Indiana headquarters. 

Other on-site offices: Naperville, IL; Orlando, FL; Chicago, IL; Tinley Park, IL; Cincinnati, OH; Toledo, OH; Whiteland, IN; Brownsburg, IN

Only EIGHT interns will be selected for the Class of 2027.

Earn Your Way Through the Business

Interns rotate through four core departments:

Track & Trace

Learn the foundation of freight movement

Manage active shipments

Communicate with carriers

Solve problems in real time

Carrier Sales

Build carrier relationships

Negotiate rates

Understand margin strategy

Develop confidence on live calls

Inside Sales

Prospect new business

Make outbound calls

Handle objections

Create opportunity

Account Management

Build and maintain customer relationships

Manage day-to-day customer needs

Coordinate shipments and solve issues

Identify opportunities to grow accounts

Communicate with customers and internal teams

You will work alongside experienced team members first - then step into the driver’s seat yourself.

We value preparation. We value effort. We reward performance.

Bi-Weekly Freight Forum

Every two weeks, interns participate in a Freight Forum introducing broader aspects of the transportation industry.

You will gain perspective beyond your daily role and understand how the industry operates at a high level.

What We’re Looking For

  • Competitive mindset
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Coachable and resilient
  • Comfortable on the phone
  • Motivated by goals and growth

Athletic backgrounds and leadership experience are highly valued.

If you enjoy measurable progress, constructive coaching, and being part of a team that pushes each other to improve, this is for you.

Full-Time Opportunity

Circle Logistics is prepared and interested in hiring high-performing interns into full-time roles following graduation.

This internship serves as a direct pathway into positions such as Carrier Sales Representative and Inside Sales Representative.

Eligibility

  • Rising juniors & seniors preferred, sophomores considered
  • Available full-time May 31 - July 30, 2027 - 8a - 5p
  • Able to work on-site 

Application Timeline

August 17th, 2026: Applications Open

October 30th, 2026: Finalize On-Site Interviews

December 21st, 2026: Class Announced

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via LinkedIn or Handshake.

Eight spots. Competitive selection process.

Circle Logistics is an equal opportunity employer.

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

Circle Logistics is a leading freight brokerage and third-party logistics provider connecting shippers with high-quality carrier partners across multiple transportation modes. We deliver customer-focused, data-driven supply chain solutions with national reach, deep industry expertise, and a reputation for execution. As a private, debt-free company, Circle offers strong growth opportunities, long-term career development, and a collaborative operating environment.

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