Local Operations Internship

Primary Accountabilities

The Prairie Pathways Operations Internship is designed to provide students with hands-on exposure to multiple operational areas within Prairie Band’s family of companies. This hybrid internship allows participants to gain real-world experience in fleet operations, commercial building oversight, agriculture support, propane operations, distribution, and sales.

Responsibilities

• Fleet & Commercial Operations (Primary Rotation)
• Shadow Fleet & Commercial Operations Manager to learn fleet management processes.
• Aid with vehicle and equipment tracking, maintenance records, and documentation.
• Support oversight of commercial buildings and operational facilities.
• Maintain organized records related to fleet assets, inspections, and service schedules.
• Agriculture (PB Ag Exposure)
• Receive hands-on training and obtain forklift certification (if eligible), supporting safe and efficient warehouse operations.
• Aid with record-keeping and administrative tasks related to agricultural operations.
• Shadow team members to learn about agricultural business operations and seasonal workflows.
• Support projects related to agricultural product handling and logistics when available.
• Propane Operations
• Learn propane business operations including billing, collections, and customer service processes.
• Aid with basic administrative support related to propane accounts and records.
• Observe operational workflows that support safe and efficient propane delivery services.
• Distribution Operations
• Assist with inventory tracking and product organization.
• Participate in order fulfillment processes including picking, packing, and preparing shipments.
• Help maintain accurate inventory records and documentation.
• Support warehouse organization and operational workflow.
• Sales Exposure
• Gain exposure to inside sales activities related to propane, distribution, and agriculture products.
• Learn about customer service, order processing, and client communication.
• Observe how sales teams support operational growth and customer relationships.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate (or have a GED) and at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a strong attendance record and reliable transportation.
• Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to multiple work environments.
• Ability to lift and move materials when assisting in warehouse operations.