The UTC Center for Professional Education, in partnership with 15 local logistics companies, will host a community-wide informational open house from 5:30-7 p.m. on Thursday, March 23.
The in-person event at UTC is open for community members interested in starting or accelerating a freight broker career in Chattanooga. Event and registration information can be found here.
Information will be shared about the UTC Freight Broker Professional Program, which is designed to train students in logistics, communication and sales over 13 weeks. Eligible students may then access tuition reimbursement, sign-on bonuses and job opportunities through 15 employer partners.
Event attendees will have the opportunity to meet with the employer partners: Avenger Logistics, Axle Logistics, BlueGrace Logistics, FitzMark, Infinity Logistics Group, KCH Transportation, LYNC Logistics, MaxTrans Logistics, Network Transport, Shah Logistics, Steam Logistics, Taimen Transport, Tranco Global, Trident Transport and U.S. Xpress.
“UTC’s Freight Broker program is positioning the Chattanooga community to capitalize on the growing local third party logistics career opportunities,” said Taimen Transport Director of Culture Ryan Pamplin. “We are excited to meet the industry’s future all-stars at the upcoming Open House.”
Steam Logistics Vice President of Client Success Heather Williams said because of the high job demand, “We value candidates who can immediately speak to the supply chain issues we face daily. UTC’s training opportunity allows individuals to have confidence and know the requirements to be successful in logistics at their first interview.”
No application to the University is required to enroll in the program.
The open house will be in the James R. Mapp Building (Room 102), 311 E. MLK Blvd. Food and beverages from Chick-Fil-A will be provided. RSVP or learn more about the event on the UTC website.