Data & Process Automation Intern - Duty Drawback

About the Role

Graver Technologies LLC, part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings (backed by Berkshire Hathaway), offers a learning role with 1 to 2 years of experience. This temporary internship (3-6 months) provides hands-on experience in global trade compliance, customs duty recovery, data analytics, process improvement, and business automation.

Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Validation
  • Collect and consolidate import and export transaction data from internal systems, suppliers, freight providers, and customs documentation.
  • Review and validate data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with duty drawback requirements.
  • Reconcile shipment records, customs entries, invoices, and related documentation.
  • Maintain organized records and supporting documentation for drawback claim preparation.
  • Identify and resolve data discrepancies through collaboration with stakeholders.
• Process Analysis & Documentation
  • Document current-state data collection and reporting processes.
  • Develop process maps and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Analyze workflow bottlenecks, manual touchpoints, and data quality issues.
  • Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Automation & Reporting
  • Assist in developing automated solutions for data extraction, cleansing, validation, and reporting.
  • Create dashboards, reports, and tracking tools to monitor drawback-related activities.
  • Utilize tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, or other technologies to automate and streamline data processing.
  • Test and validate automated workflows to ensure data integrity and reliability.
  • Support implementation and user adoption of new automation solutions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Logistics, Operations/Quality Control, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, and Vendors to obtain required information.
  • Participate in meetings to gather business requirements and provide project updates.
  • Present findings, process improvements, and automation recommendations to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Required technical skills: Python, SQL, ETL/Data Processing, APIs & File Integration, Git/GitHub, Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• AI/LLM & NLP Basics, Pandas + Polars, Document Intelligence Tools.
• Familiarity with supply chain, logistics, customs compliance, or international trade concepts.
• Experience working with large datasets and performing data validation.

Desired Competencies

• Process improvement mindset with a focus on automation opportunities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn business processes in depth.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into practical technical solutions.

Expected Outcomes

• Establish a reliable process for collecting and validating duty drawback data.
• Create documented procedures for ongoing data management.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities that reduce manual effort.
• Deliver reporting tools and process enhancements that improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of duty drawback operations.