Operations Internship – ICS

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

. Assist customers with transportation and logistics services under close supervision .

Posted 9/17/2026part-timeAtlanta • Virginia • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational knowledge in transportation management principles and logistics services, with a focus on customer support, safety management, and compliance. Capable of performing operational tasks and adapting to dynamic work environments while utilizing Microsoft Office Suite effectively.

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Transportation Management PrinciplesLogistics ManagementDOT ComplianceMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyCustomer Value Delivery

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Hard Skills

Freight PlanningAsset UtilizationSafety ManagementDriver PayrollProfit-and-Loss ManagementMaintenance Coordination

Soft Skills

AdaptabilityWillingness to Work Flexible Hours

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

Driver SupervisionDriver RetentionOperational TasksAccount-Specific Duties

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist customers with transportation and logistics services under close supervision
Gain exposure to 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
Develop understanding of industry trends and company initiatives related to driver retention
Perform account-specific duties as required by customers
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 per 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 (preferred)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook (preferred)
Willingness to work flexible hours (preferred)
Junior or Senior level preferred
GED or high school education required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
May be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes, in accordance with company plans (full-time positions only benefits stated)