Operations Intern

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

. Assist customers with providing transportation/logistics services under close supervision .

Posted 10/14/2026part-timeDanville • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in transportation management principles and logistics operations, with a focus on customer service, safety management, and compliance. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to support operational tasks and analysis.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transportation Management PrinciplesLogistics ManagementMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyDOT ComplianceFreight Planning

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Hard Skills

Transportation ManagementLogistics AnalysisFreight PlanningSafety ManagementProfit-and-Loss Management

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

GEDHigh School Diploma

Industry Keywords

Driver SupervisionAsset UtilizationDriver PayrollCustomer Value DeliveryDriver Retention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist customers with providing transportation/logistics services under close supervision
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

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
Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Willingness to work flexible hours
Junior or Senior level preferred
GED required
High School required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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