Internship Series - Werner Enterprises

A Werner Enterprises Truck
A Werner Enterprises Truck

Werner Enterprises is an Omaha-based transportation and logistics company. Founded in 1956, the company maintains a global presence through its international offices. The company was recently named by Forbes as one of the World's Most Admired Companies and by Inbound Logistics as a Top 100 Motor Carrier. Below is advice about how to apply and land an internship with Werner Enterprises.

What You Need To Know:

Interns work 40 hours for 12 weeks during the summer. There are also a limited number of part-time work opportunities available during the year. Interns get hands-on work experience and are assigned special projects based on specific interests. All internships are located in Omaha. Candidates are expected to have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Werner has great employee incentives and benefits. Werner offers a tuition reimbursement program. They also offer an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K, an array of onsite facilities, and paid time off.

Their AIS (Application Information Systems) Department utilizes the highest level of technology to create a supply chain management system that provides resource tracking and business intelligence. In addition, while utilizing an Agile methodology, their team-oriented professionals in network analysis and design, decision support, optimization, information exchange, mapping and integrated satellite applications work to create an environment that promotes collaboration and learning.

Application Process:

Jobs are posted online at Werner.com. Interviews are conducted online and via Skype. Upon successful completion of the interview, candidates are invited into the Omaha office for an in-person interview with a hiring manager.

Therese Chevance, Werner's Senior Human Resource Generalist, said, "The best advice for preparing for an interview is to review the job posting AND review the company information and be ready to answer specific questions about each. Be prepared and confident, be on time, show interest in the position and the company, and be professional in your responses."

With a wide array of opportunities and the feel of a small company, Werner is a great place to develop a career.

If you are interested in pursuing an internship, apply online or send your resume to studentcenter@werner.com.