Operations Intern

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

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

Posted 9/29/2026part-timeSumner • Washington • United StatesEntry Level💰 $15 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates understanding of transportation management principles and logistics services while effectively managing operational tasks such as freight planning and DOT compliance. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to support analysis and reporting.

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Transportation Management PrinciplesFreight PlanningDOT ComplianceMicrosoft Office SuiteLogistics Management

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Hard Skills

Freight PlanningAsset UtilizationSafety ManagementDOT ComplianceDriver PayrollLogistics ManagementProfit-and-Loss ManagementMaintenance CoordinationCustomer Value DeliveryDriver Supervision

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

Driver RetentionOperational TasksDynamic Work EnvironmentAccount-Specific Duties

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
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
This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes, in accordance with applicable bonus and incentive plans
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, including vacation and sick time
Six weeks of paid maternity leave
Two weeks of paid parental leave
Six paid holidays annually