Application Development Internship, Summer 2027

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid maternity leave

Six paid holidays annually

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. seeks an Application Development Internship for Summer 2027 in Lowell, Arkansas. Under routine supervision, you will participate in engineering and technology tasks as part of an assigned team and gain exposure to the software development lifecycle.

This internship runs up to 40 hours per week during the summer, offering hands-on project work and mentorship from senior engineers to grow programming, debugging, and automation skills in the transportation domain.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a technology degree program (CS, CE, IT or IE) at an accredited institution.
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75, with a 3.0 in the major field of study.
• Must be able to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer.
• Preference will be given to applicants enrolled in related degree fields; not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Expand knowledge of the transportation industry and related systems.
• Perform limited analysis and design tasks.
• May troubleshoot and address bugs with assistance from senior team members.
• May understand software development lifecycle processes through training.
• May gain knowledge of quantitative methods, programming, optimization, and data analysis.
• May assist with solving problems related to process improvement by analyzing internal and external data.
• May develop scripts and automation of infrastructure processes under senior engineer guidance.
• May learn to diagnose systems problems.

Education

Associates: Computer and Information Science

Associates: Computer Engineering

Associates: Industrial Engineering

Associates: Information Technology

GED (Required)

High School (Required)

Job description

Job Title

Application Development Internship, Summer 2027

Department

IT, Telecom & Internet

Country

United States of America

State/Province

Arkansas

City

Lowell

Full/Part Time

Part time

Job Summary

Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for participating in engineering and technology tasks as part of an assigned team and may have the opportunity to gain exposure to other disciplines. This position is designed to give students the opportunity to extend their classroom learning and receive industry experience over the summer with up to 40 hours a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Expand knowledge of the transportation industry and related systems
• Perform limited analysis and design tasks
• May troubleshoot and address bugs and problems with assistance from senior team members
• May develop an understanding of processes associated with the organizational software development lifecycle through participation and specialized training
• May gain awareness and knowledge of quantitative methods, computer programming, optimization, and/or solution design to support data analysis
• May assist with solving problems related to process improvement by analyzing internal and external data, including, but not limited to operations, pricing, financial, and customer information
• May develop scripts and automation of infrastructure processes in areas such as cybersecurity, database engineering, or cloud under senior engineer guidance
• May learn to diagnose systems problems

Minimum Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled in a technology related degree program such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Industrial Engineering at an accredited academic institution. Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75, with a 3.0 in the major field of study. OR high school students who demonstrate professional readiness and are supported by a recognized STEM program. Be able to work up to 40 hours a week during the summer.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who are enrolled (or have just completed) a course of study in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Industrial Engineering, or applicable degree field at an accredited university or junior college. This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range 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

• 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
• six paid holidays annually

Education

• Associates: Computer and Information Science
• Associates: Computer Engineering
• Associates: Industrial Engineering
• Associates: Information Technology
• GED (Required)
• High School (Required)

Important Note

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

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.

About J.B. Hunt

Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities. Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career. Why J.B. Hunt? J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level. J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.