Truckload Internship, Summer 2027

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. in Lowell, AR offers a Truckload Internship for Summer 2027.

Under close supervision, interns gain hands-on exposure in the Truckload department, supporting third-party brokerage, equipment planning, and fleet oversight. You will learn market dynamics, work 40 hours per week, and develop skills in freight planning, DOT compliance, and using J.B. Hunt’s load and equipment systems.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in good standing at an accredited community college, college or university.
• Must be able to work 40 hours a week during the summer.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure and understanding of the transportation industry.
• Become involved and participate in either transportation brokerage, equipment planning, oversight of a fleet of third-party capacity, or oversight of independently contracted drivers; activities may include freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance, Customer Value Delivery, carrier verification, and/or maintenance coordination.
• Build an understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and capacity challenges that support carrier negotiations and contribute to revenue and margin goals.
• Observe and practice analyzing trailing equipment needs to maintain equipment pools and promote optimal utilization of assets; gain competency in managing available capacity to match freight volume, using equipment tracking systems, and identifying the impact of supply and demand trends on the network balance
• Learn about the technology and tools J.B. Hunt leverages to streamline workflows, enable access to load and equipment information internally and externally, and promote efficiency

Skills

Adaptability

Flexibility

Time management

Education

GED (Required)

High School (Required)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

Under close supervision, this position will gain hands‑on experience within the Truckload department. This role will be assigned to a team either responsible for third-party brokerage, trailing equipment planning, supervising a fleet of third-party capacity, or supervising a fleet of independently contracted (IC) drivers. This role gains exposure to market dynamics, coordinating resources, and technology integration within a transportation setting.

Job Title

Truckload Internship, Summer 2027

Department

Supply Chain

Country

United States of America

State/Province

Arkansas

City

Lowell

Full/Part Time

Part time

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Gain exposure and understanding of the transportation industry
• Become involved and participate in either transportation brokerage, equipment planning, oversight of a fleet of third-party capacity, or oversight of independently contracted drivers; activities may include freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance, Customer Value Delivery, carrier verification, and/or maintenance coordination
• Build an understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and capacity challenges that support carrier negotiations and contribute to revenue and margin goals
• Observe and practice analyzing trailing equipment needs to maintain equipment pools and promote optimal utilization of assets; gain competency in managing available capacity to match freight volume, using equipment tracking systems, and identifying the impact of supply and demand trends on the network balance
• Learn about the technology and tools J.B. Hunt leverages to streamline workflows, enable access to load and equipment information internally and externally, and promote efficiency

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 40 hours a week during the summer.

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
• 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 effect: 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

00640806 Truckload Internship, Summer 2027 (Evergreen) (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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.