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Kuehne+Nagel Global Services, Practicante de Colegio Técnico in Barreal De Heredia, Costa Rica
It's more than a job
When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But that is not all. Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries, from wind turbines to semiconductors. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.
Take the next step in your career with a leading global logistics company. Join our team at Kuehne+Nagel Global Services, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact and grow professionally in a dynamic and supportive environment. You’re analytical, collaborative, and passionate about operations and data. You thrive in complexity and see every challenge as a chance to innovate. You know how to turn information into action.
How you create impact
As a Technical High School Intern at Kuehne+Nagel, you will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a global environment that leads the logistics and supply chain industry. You will support the operational and administrative processes of the assigned department, contributing to key tasks that drive efficiency, accuracy, and the quality of service we deliver to our customers.
You will provide a fresh, evolving perspective that helps identify improvement opportunities in daily processes.
Your precision and organization will support smoother and more efficient operations across the department.
You will help ensure timely completion of tasks, controls, and deliverables by supporting key activities.
You will be a reliable contributor to administrative functions that directly impact service quality.
You will foster a collaborative and dynamic environment by actively engaging with your team and sharing new ideas.
You will be responsible for :
Support administrative and operational activities within the assigned department.
Manage documentation, records, and reports following internal guidelines.
Collaborate with your team to ensure compliance with procedures and quality standards.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.
Assist with internal communication and coordination across teams.
Maintain a proactive attitude and strong willingness to learn.
What we would like you to bring
Active student at a Technical High School (Colegio Técnico Profesional – CTP) in one of the following specializations (or similar):
Accounting
Information Technology
Logistics
Service Center Executive
Administrative Assistance
Customs
Human Resources Management
School requirement to complete a supervised internship.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Willingness to learn and ability to work well in a team.
Proactiveness, attention to detail, and responsibility in task execution.
Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate in a fast-paced, global environment
What's in it for you
Intensive onboarding and individual support from your trainer
Personal buddy for a good start with us
Work-life balance: team and company events, company fitness and health offers
Flexible working through flexitime
Versatility: in the teams, in the departments and in your tasks
Modern Workplace: modern technical equipment including your own laptop
Prospects and further development: very high chances of being taken on as well as individual development opportunities after trainin
Good to know
At Kuehne + Nagel Global Services, you’ll be part of a globally recognized leader, working in an environment that thrives on innovation and efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams, gaining exposure to international best practices while leveraging cutting-edge tools to optimize operations and communication. We foster a culture that values problem-solving, continuous improvement, and professional growth, providing structured development programs and clear paths for career advancement. Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of global services.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: HR.helpdesk@kuehne-nagel.com with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.