Job Description
Job Title:  Intern
Req ID:  589577
Posting Start Date:  27/10/2026

General information

Norfolk - 1 Way, USA, Norfolk - 5701 Lake Wright Drive, USA, Norfolk - Twins Oaks, USA
CMA CGM
Intern - Trainee
Seasonal

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.
Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.
Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

2027 Summer Internship Program Overview:
CMA CGM is looking for Summer interns in Norfolk, VA. Spend your summer with the leading worldwide shipping & logistics group! Join us this Summer to experience our paid internship program that provides you the opportunity to get involved, collaborate, contribute, and learn more about the shipping & logistics industry! CMA CGM is offering internship opportunities across multiple departments, including: Operations, Trade, Digital, People Solutions and Engagement, Customer Care, Finance, IT, Communications, Commercial. Here are some of the benefits that will build an experience with the Group: Competitive pay, Receive on-the-job training and development to broaden your professional and technical skills. Partner with experienced professionals dedicated to equity & inclusion. Expand your professional network through mentorship and engagement with senior leadership. Networking opportunities with other interns Local volunteer opportunities Professional development opportunities Real-world, hands-on experience. Requirements: Students work full-time (40 hours per week) for a minimum of 10 weeks during the summer months beginning May through August. Must be enrolled in an accredited 4 year College/University, ALL majors welcome to apply (undergraduate or graduate program)Preference given to rising Juniors, Seniors, and graduate students. Must be at least 18 years old. No relocation or housing assistance available. CMA CGM will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from CMA CGM now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States. Work Schedule: May – August; Monday through Friday, up to 40 hours per week onsite. CMA CGM Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
At CMA CGM, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The expected salary range for this position is $15 - $20 an hour. The actual salary offered will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and location.
In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for:
Performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition repayment and paid time off professional development opportunities

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure! The Company is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.  Discrimination or harassment based upon any protected characteristics as defined by state or federal law is wholly inconsistent with our company values and will not be tolerated. Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact us at orf.pse_recruiting@cma-cgm.com

Information at a Glance

Rise in motion with CMA CGM Group: where ambition meets opportunity.

Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. 

The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards  are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise.