Brokerage Internship, Annual, Fall 2026

J.B. Hunt; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; 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 commensurate with tenure

Six weeks of paid maternity leave

Two weeks of paid parental leave

Six paid holidays annually

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Chicago, IL, offers a Brokerage Internship for Fall 2026.

Under supervision, you will gain hands-on experience supporting transportation brokerage operations, learning market dynamics, carrier negotiation strategies, and tools used to deliver efficient solutions. Responsibilities include daily brokerage activities, verifying carrier authenticity, tracking shipments, and contributing to revenue and margin goals while maintaining service excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in good standing.
• Ability to work 15-20 hours per week during the school semester.
• Not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure and understanding of the transportation industry.
• Participate in daily brokerage activities; verify carrier authenticity and monitor shipments.
• Learn market trends, pricing strategies, and capacity challenges affecting negotiations.
• Serve as a liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers to maintain service levels.

Skills

Adaptability

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Title:Brokerage Internship, Annual, Fall 2026Department:Supply ChainCountry:United States of AmericaState/Province:IllinoisCity:ChicagoFull/Part Time:Part timeJob Summary:Under close supervision, this position will gain hands-on experience supporting transportation brokerage operations. This role gains exposure to market dynamics, carrier negotiation strategies, and tools used to deliver efficient solutions. This role learns about establishing a carrier base and attaining optimal margins while delivering best-in-class service execution.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:• Gain exposure and understanding of the transportation industry • Become involved and participate in daily transportation brokerage activities; verify carrier authenticity, maintain accurate shipment records, and monitor freight movement to uphold service expectations• Build an understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and capacity challenges that support carrier negotiations and contribute to revenue and margin goals• Observe and practice serving as a liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers: gain competence in how service failures are proactively communicated to minimize cost and operational inefficiencies while providing best-in-class service • Learn about the technology and tools J.B. Hunt leverages to streamline workflows, enable carrier access to load management, and promote efficiencyQualifications:Minimum Qualifications: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 15-20 hours a week during the school semester.Preferred Qualifications:Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directivesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)Willingness to work flexible hoursJunior or Senior level preferredThis position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.The expected starting pay range is between $15 - $24.50Compensation: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:The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: 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, and six paid holidays annually.Education:GED (Required), High School (Required)Work Experience:Certifications:Job Opening ID:00643787 Brokerage Internship, Annual, Fall 2026 (Evergreen) (Open)“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.”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.