Integrated Capacity Solutions Internship

J.B. Hunt Transport; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport in Lowell, Arkansas, is offering a part-time Integrated Capacity Solutions Internship designed for undergraduate or graduate students. This role provides hands-on experience in transportation brokerage, allowing participants to gain insight into industry dynamics and carrier negotiation strategies.

Interns will engage in various responsibilities, such as verifying carrier authenticity and maintaining shipment records. Applicants must be currently enrolled in their degree program and able to work 15-20 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 15–20 hours a week during the school semester.
• Junior or Senior level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure and understanding of the transportation industry.
• Participate in daily transportation brokerage activities.
• Build an understanding of market trends and pricing strategies.
• Serve as a liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers.
• Learn about the technology J.B. Hunt uses to streamline workflows.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment

Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program

Job description

Job Title: Integrated Capacity Solutions Internship

Department: Supply Chain

Country: United States of America

State/Province: Arkansas

City: Lowell

Full/Part Time: Part time

Job 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.

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 efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program OR graduate degree program in good standing at an accredited college or university.
• Must be able to work 15–20 hours a week during the school semester.

Preferred Qualifications

• Junior or Senior level preferred.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Willingness to work flexible hours.

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

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.