Carrier Sales Intern - Chicago

About the role

The world of transportation has never been more dynamic. If you’re the type of person who craves opportunity and challenge in a supportive and collaborative setting, you belong here. The Echo Trailblazers internship gives you the confidence, community, and communication skills needed to forge a new path. As a member of the Echo Global Logistics team, you’ll work on real-world projects, learn from logistics legends, and work toward a common goal: simplifying transportation for our clients and carriers. You will be on the road to success as an Echo Trailblazer! Echo is looking for motivated, self-starters who are eager to learn, earn, and advance in an ever growing industry. As a Carrier Sales Intern, you will partner with a Client Rep in the sourcing side of the brokerage, establishing relationships to provide cost-effective logistics solutions for Echo’s customers. You will develop strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. As you advance your sales skillset, you will continue to be challenged throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with your mentor on all duties and projects throughout the summer
• Assist in growing a book of business through identifying, sourcing, and developing relationships with prospective clients
• Work with your mentor in managing a high volume of outbound phone calls to sell Echo’s transportation solutions, negotiate rates, and service your existing client network
• Effectively utilize Salesforce and Echo’s proprietary software to handle daily operational tasks such as client prospecting, invoicing, and tracking shipments
• Build relationships with internal departments to ensure Echo is growing with and ahead of industry standards
• Opportunity to work on onboard new and existing carrier accounts onto EchoDrive®, Echo’s web portal and mobile app for carriers

Qualifications

• Passion for Logistics: A keen interest and willingness to learn and try new things
• Possess a can-do attitude and believes anything is possible with the right focus
• Be organized, professional, and coachable with strong problem solving, communication, time management, and project management skills
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and support the team in various ways

Requirements

• Must be able to start May 24, 2027 and complete the entire 10‑week program
• Currently enrolled at a university as a rising senior, with at least one semester remaining after completion of the internship
• Able to work in the Chicago office 3 days and hybrid 2 days a week
• No major or GPA requirements

Benefits

• 10‑week paid internship working alongside various teams at Echo
• Join a vibrant team with casual dress in a collaborative, can‑do environment
• Enjoy a hybrid working model
• Learning resources outside your day‑to‑day roles
• Exposure to real‑business experiences
• Potential for full‑time employment
• Hands‑On Experience: Work on impactful opportunities related to our clients and company
• Career Development: Enhance your skills and build a strong work ethic
• Network Opportunities: