Operations Intern (Annual)

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 33,751; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Six paid holidays annually

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is offering an exciting internship role in Chicago, Illinois. Interns will manage carriers, negotiate rates, and learn about logistics, providing a foundation for a full-time career after graduation. This is an engaging opportunity for students who are ready to contribute significantly and build valuable industry knowledge.

With a dynamic environment, interns will gain hands-on experience and the chance to secure employment post-internship, making it a perfect fit for those pursuing a career in logistics and transportation.

Qualifications

• Currently juniors or seniors preferred.
• GPA of at least 2.7; GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Available to work 20-40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Manage carriers to ensure on‑time service.
• Negotiate transportation rates with carriers to meet profit goals.
• Learn to market J.B. Hunt's solutions to customers.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Multi-tasking in fast-paced environments

Education

GED

High School

Job description

Job Summary

Job Summary: The time to act is now. Do you want to be a part of this growth by jumpstarting your career as an intern? This is not a typical internship. Gone are the days of making copies and fetching coffee. Our interns jump in and create value instantly – they contribute just as any other full‑time employee. They learn about our business inside and out, placing them into a position in which they can be considered for full‑time employment upon graduation, with a leg up on their competition!

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Manage carriers to ensure on‑time service
• Negotiate transportation rates with our carriers to meet profit goals
• Learn and train to market J.B. Hunt's solutions to existing and prospective customers
• Monitor in‑transit freight and troubleshoot problems to ensure on‑time delivery
• Learn and train to market, service and promote J.B. Hunt’s services and solutions to existing and prospective customers
• Learn and train to manage a network of partner carriers to move freight in profitable manner
• Resolve complex problems and develop useful knowledge becoming fluent in the language of logistics and transportation
• Networking to build long‑lasting relationships
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Currently juniors or seniors preferred
• GPA of at least 2.7; GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment
• Have demonstrated leadership qualities
• Be available to work 20‑40 hours per week; we can be flexible with class schedules

The expected starting pay range is between $15 and $24.50 per hour.

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 medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually. (Subject to eligibility requirements.)

Education:

GED (Required), High School (Required)

E.E.O. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.