Operations Intern Fall 2026

jbhunt; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Six paid holidays

Maternity and parental leave

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Fontana, CA is seeking an Operations Intern Fall 2026 to assist with transportation and logistics services under close supervision.

The role offers part-time hours (20-25 per week) during the semester, with exposure to freight planning, asset utilization, safety, and compliance functions. Ideal candidates are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a willingness to adapt to a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in good standing.
• Part-time availability 20-25 hours per week during the semester.
• Proficiency with MS Office is preferred.
• Junior or senior level students are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with transportation/logistics services under supervision.
• Participate in daily operational tasks including planning of freight, asset utilization, safety, and DOT compliance.
• Support driver payroll, logistics analysis, and maintenance coordination.
• Contribute to driver retention initiatives and industry trend understanding.
• Perform account-specific duties as required.

Skills

Adaptability to dynamic environment

Shifting priorities

Microsoft Office Suite

Willingness to work flexible hours

Junior/Senior level preferred

Education

GED (Required)

High School (Required)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Operations Intern Fall 2026

Department

Supply Chain

Country

United States of America

State/Province

California

City

Fontana

Full/Part Time

Part time

Job Summary

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

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 driver retention.
• Perform pertinent account-specific duties as required by customer.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

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

The expected starting pay range for this role is between $16.90- $24.50 per hour.

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

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)

Job Opening ID

00642325 Operations Intern Fall 2026 (Evergreen) (Open)

Additional Information

"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."

Equal Employment Opportunity 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.