Operations Intern

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

. Gain exposure to and understanding of basic transportation management principles .

Posted 11/9/2026part-timeIndianapolis • Kentucky • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge of transportation management principles and logistics services while effectively managing operational tasks such as freight planning and DOT compliance. Capable of adapting to dynamic work environments and collaborating with customers to deliver value.

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Transportation Management PrinciplesFreight PlanningDOT ComplianceMicrosoft Office SuiteLogistics Management

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Hard Skills

Freight PlanningAsset UtilizationSafety ManagementDriver PayrollLogistics ManagementProfit-and-Loss ManagementMaintenance Coordination

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityCollaborationCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

GEDHigh School Diploma

Industry Keywords

Driver RetentionOperational TasksDynamic Work Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Gain exposure to and understanding of basic transportation management principles
Participate in daily operational tasks including freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, DOT compliance, driver payroll, Customer Value Delivery, logistics management and analysis, driver supervision, profit-and-loss management, and maintenance coordination
Gain understanding of industry trends and company initiatives related to driver retention
Perform pertinent account-specific duties as required by the customer
Perform other related duties as required or assigned
Assist customers with transportation and logistics services under close supervision

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program or graduate degree program in good standing at an accredited community college, college, or university
Must be able to work 20-25 hours a week during the school semester
This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship
Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Willingness to work flexible hours
GED required
High School required
Junior or Senior level preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

The Company offers medical benefit, dental benefit, and vision benefit for eligible full-time positions
401(k) retirement plan for eligible full-time positions
Life insurance for eligible full-time positions
Short-term and long-term disability coverage for eligible full-time positions
Paid time off commensurate with tenure, including vacation and sick time, for eligible full-time positions
Six weeks of paid maternity leave for eligible full-time positions
Two weeks of paid parental leave for eligible full-time positions
Six paid holidays annually for eligible full-time positions
May be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the Company’s bonus and incentive plans