Operations Internship, Summer 2027

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Buena Park (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

short-term and long-term disability

paid time off

six weeks of maternity leave

six paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is offering an Operations Internship for Summer 2027 in Buena Park, CA. This part-time role provides exposure to transportation management, freight planning, and logistics operations while supporting DOT compliance and driver payroll tasks.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program with strong MS Office skills and the ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment. Flexible hours and junior/senior status are preferred.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in good standing at an accredited college, university, or community college.
• Must be able to work 20-25 hours per week during the school semester.
• Education credentials required: GED and High School diploma.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure to basic transportation management principles.
• Assist in daily operational tasks including freight planning, asset utilization, safety and DOT compliance.
• Support driver payroll, fleet-related logistics analysis, and maintenance coordination.
• Participate in customer-related duties as required by the account.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Time management

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

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

Job Title

Operations Internship, Summer 2027

Department

Supply Chain

Country

United States of America

State/Province

California

City

Buena Park

Full/Part Time

Part time

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 driver 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

Compensation

The expected starting pay range for this role is between $16.40 - $24.50

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

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

00645823 Operations Internship, Summer 2027 (Open)

Disclaimer

"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."

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.