Operations Internship Fall 2026

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. offers an Operations Internship for Fall 2026 in Kentucky. Under close supervision, you will assist with customers on transportation and logistics services, gaining exposure to basic management principles and daily operational tasks.

This undergraduate/graduate internship requires 20–25 hours per week, with a focus on planning freight, asset utilization, safety and DOT compliance, driver payroll, and logistics analysis, plus related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be an undergraduate or graduate student in good standing and able to work 20–25 hours per week.
• GED and High School diplomas are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with customers on transportation/logistics services under supervision.
• Gain exposure to basic transportation management principles.
• Participate in daily operational tasks including freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, and DOT compliance.
• Support driver payroll, logistics management/analysis, driver supervision, and P&L awareness.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Flexible hours

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Undergrad or Grad student status

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary:

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

Job Description:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program OR graduate degree program and in good standing at an accredited college or university. Must be able to work 20-25 hours a week.
• Junior or Senior level preferred
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi task
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Willing to work flexible hours
• 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 beeligible forannual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of theCompany’s bonusand incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicableeligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time:

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• visionbenefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time offcommensuratewith tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidaysannually

Education:

GED (Required), High School (Required)

Job Opening ID:

00636916 Operations Internship Fall 2026 (Evergreen) (Open)

About Us

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You.

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics,offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country.There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt istheplace to jumpstart your career.

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You.

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics,offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country.There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt istheplace to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt?

J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. Thecareer possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary andbenefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people andtakegreat pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels tojoinour team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across alldepartments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role atJ.B.Hunt could take your career to the next level.

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