Operations Internship - Summer 2026

Operations Internship - Summer 2026

Under close supervision, this position will assist with customers on providing transportation/logistics services.

Key responsibilities include gaining exposure and understanding of basic transportation management principles, becoming involved in daily operational tasks including planning of freight, asset utilization, safety management, Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance, driver payroll, Customer Value Delivery, logistics management/analysis, driver supervision, profit-and-loss management, and maintenance coordination. Additionally, the role involves gaining understanding of industry trends and company initiatives related to driver retention, performing pertinent account-specific duties as required by customer, and performing other related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum qualifications include being currently enrolled in a four year undergraduate degree program and in good standing at an accredited college or university and pursuing a business degree or related field. Must be able to work 20-25 hours a week and complete a 12 week internship program. Junior or senior level preferred. Skills and abilities include strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask, knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications, and willingness to work flexible hours. This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation factors may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company's bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits for full-time positions include medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education requirements include GED and high school diploma. Work experience in transportation/logistics is preferred. Certifications are not required.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.