Summer 2027 Operations Internship: Logistics & Planning

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; 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

Maternity leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Operations Internship for Summer 2027. Under close supervision, this position will assist with customers on providing transportation/logistics services.

You will gain exposure to basic transportation management principles and participate in daily operational tasks, including freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, DOT compliance, and driver payroll, while developing strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate 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.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure and understanding of basic transportation management principles.
• 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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Time management

Willing to work flexible hours

Undergraduate student

Education

GED/High School diploma

Currently enrolled undergraduate student

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Operations Internship for Summer 2027. Under close supervision, this position will assist with customers on providing transportation/logistics services.

You will gain exposure to basic transportation management principles and participate in daily operational tasks, including freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, DOT compliance, and driver payroll, while developing strong organizational and multitasking skills.