Intermodal Operations Internship

jbhunt; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off commensurate with tenure

Maternity leave and parental leave

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. seeks an Intermodal Operations Internship in Charlotte, NC. This part-time role supports transportation and logistics services under supervision, during the school term, with 20–25 hours weekly commitment.

The internship provides exposure to transportation management principles and daily operational tasks, including planning, asset utilization, safety, DOT compliance, and payroll support. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant degree program.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in good standing.
• Must be able to work 20-25 hours per week during the school semester.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to basic transportation management principles.
• Assist with daily operational tasks: freight planning, asset utilization, safety, and DOT compliance.
• Support driver payroll, Customer Value Delivery, and logistics analysis.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Adaptability

Flexibility

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree program (enrolled in good standing)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title:

Intermodal Operations Internship

Department:

Supply Chain

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

North Carolina

City:

Charlotte

Full/Part Time:

Part time

Job Summary:

Under close supervision, this position will assist with customers on providing transportation/logistics services.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Gain exposure and understanding of basic transportation management principles.
• Become involved and participate in daily operational tasks including planning of freight; asset utilization; safety management; Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance; driver payroll; Customer Value Delivery; logistics management/analysis; driver supervision; profit-and-loss management; maintenance coordination.
• Gain understanding of industry trends and company initiatives as it relates to drive retention.
• Perform pertinent account-specific duties as required by customer.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

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 20-25 hours a week during the school semester.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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
• Junior or Senior level preferred

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:

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Job Opening ID:

00649254 Intermodal Operations Internship (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. Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.