Supply Chain Intern

Pacific Seafood offers a unique, 13-week internship program that gives interns the chance to make an immediate impact on our company. Starting with a structured orientation week at our corporate headquarters near Portland, OR, where you’ll be able to meet the team and learn the full scope of our business. Throughout the summer months, you’ll dive deep into a meaningful project for our company, which you’ll then present to our executive leadership team at the end of your internship. For graduating seniors looking to kickstart your career, there are plenty of opportunities to stay full-time at the conclusion of your internship! Start your professional career with us, where we can invest in your development as a business professional, and build valuable leadership, work ethic, and team-work capabilities!

 

At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.
 
Summary:

Pacific Seafood is seeking a motivated Air Freight Intern to play a key role in analyzing the company’s air freight activity across all divisions. This includes investigating current processes, evaluating opportunities to consolidate shipments under Pacific Group Transport (PGT), and developing a comprehensive analysis of potential cost savings. This position offers hands-on experience in logistics, supply chain optimization, and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

Air Freight Analysis & Consolidation:

• Investigate total air freight activity across all divisions.
• Evaluate opportunities to consolidate shipments under PGT.
• Prepare detailed analysis on potential cost savings from consolidation.

Inventory Management: Transportation of Products:

• Create quotations for individual shipments, including price estimates and carrier selection.
• Identify transactions requiring special handling and recommend process improvements.
• Resolve client concerns proactively and monitor team performance against company standards.
• Process bills of lading and provide clear shipment instructions.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and terms to optimize shipping costs.

Compliance & Systems:

• Review and monitor export/import documentation and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure adherence to domestic and international shipping regulations.
• Communicate regulatory changes to internal teams and external partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and support data migration.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement:

• Promote The Pacific Group Diamond Philosophy (Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence).
• Contribute to creating a growth-oriented environment for team members.
• Develop best practices for air freight management and maintain accurate records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to Pacific Seafood

Required:

• Actively pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, with a graduation date no later than June of 2026, in:
  • Business
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Logistics
  • Or a closely related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Basic PC knowledge.

Preferred:

• Leadership and people management experience.
• Strong business/financial acumen.
• Prior experience in project management, strategic planning, and vendor management.
• Familiarity with seafood or agricultural product markets.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Total Compensation:
At Pacific Seafood, your base wage is only a portion of your overall compensation package. We invest in our Team Members through a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package, including but not limited to:

• Paid Sick Time
• Employee assistance program providing confidential professional counseling, financial and legal assistance at no charge to team members and immediate family members
• Product purchase program