A career fair can move quickly. You introduce yourself, share your resume, and try to determine whether a company could be the right fit, all within a few minutes.
A little preparation can make that conversation much more valuable.
Whether you are a college student exploring internships, a recent graduate beginning your career, or someone interested in a career change, the Axle Logistics recruiting team is here to help you navigate what comes next.
Manager of Recruiting Hunter Duncan and Recruiting Consultant Kaylyn Knox connect with candidates throughout the recruiting process, from career fairs to interviews and job shadows.
“The candidates who stand out are not always the ones with the most experience. They are prepared, ask thoughtful questions, and can explain what they want to build. We can teach logistics, but curiosity, effort, and a willingness to compete have to come from you.”
Hunter Duncan, Manager of Recruiting
“You do not need to have your entire career figured out before talking with us. Come ready to share what motivates you and what you want to learn. We are here to help you understand the opportunities at Axle and determine whether one could be the right fit for you.”
Kaylyn Knox, Recruiting Consultant
A job description can tell you what a position involves. A recruiter can give you more context about the training, expectations, work environment, and potential career paths behind it.
Use that conversation to ask questions, learn what helps new team members succeed, and determine whether the opportunity aligns with what you are looking for.
Axle Logistics is a 3PL built around ambition, performance, and growth. Our team connects customers with transportation solutions in an industry where every day brings a new opportunity to solve problems, build relationships, and deliver results.
For someone beginning a career, that means opportunities to develop valuable skills in communication, sales, problem-solving, and supply chain operations.
Axle’s comprehensive training program prepares new hires for the work ahead, while access to experienced leaders and opportunities for advancement give driven professionals room to continue building their careers.
The environment is energetic, competitive, and collaborative. We look for people with hustle, drive, and ambition. You do not need logistics experience to get started, but you should be ready to learn, contribute, and put in the work.
Learn more about Axle’s culture and what it means to Build Your Empire on the Axle Logistics Careers page.
A career fair conversation may only last a few minutes, but the right preparation can help you make those minutes count.
Prepare Your Introduction
Think of your introduction as the beginning of a conversation, not something you need to memorize.
Keep it conversational and give the recruiter something meaningful to ask about next.
Ask Specific Questions
Instead of only asking which positions are available, ask questions that help you better understand the opportunity:
Show Genuine Interest
Confidence matters, but so do curiosity and active listening. Ask follow-up questions and use the conversation to determine whether the company and role align with what you want from your career.
Take the Next Step
Do not let the conversation end when you leave the career fair. Email recruiting@axlelogistics.com, connect with Hunter Duncan or Kaylyn Knox on LinkedIn, explore current openings, or schedule a job shadow while the conversation is still fresh.
An interview is your opportunity to connect your experience, strengths, and goals to the role you are pursuing.
Before your interview, prepare a few specific examples that demonstrate your work ethic, competitiveness, resilience, and ability to build relationships. Think about past experiences that show how you communicate, solve problems, and respond to challenges.
You should also be prepared to explain why the logistics industry interests you and why Axle is a place where you believe you could grow.
Most importantly, be yourself. Our recruiters are not looking for a perfectly rehearsed answer to every question. They want to understand how you think, what motivates you, and what you could bring to Axle’s fast-moving environment.
An Axle Logistics job shadow gives prospective candidates an inside look at the office, the people, and the pace of the work before making a career decision.
You can experience the environment, spend time with team members, and ask questions about what working in logistics actually looks like.
Want a preview before you visit? Check out our job shadow reel to see it for yourself.
Whether you are preparing for a career fair, exploring the logistics industry, or ready to apply, the next step starts with finding the right opportunity.
Explore our current job openings in Knoxville and Chattanooga.
