Truckload Internship, Summer 2027

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Holidays

Job summary

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

The role provides hands-on experience in the Truckload department under close supervision, with assignments across brokerage, equipment planning, and fleet oversight. You will gain exposure to market dynamics and resource coordination in a transportation setting. Preferred candidates are currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree and can commit to 40 hours per week during the summer.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in good standing.
• Must be able to work 40 hours a week during the summer.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives.
• Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Junior or Senior level preferred.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Gain exposure and understanding of the transportation industry.
• Participate in transportation brokerage, equipment planning, or oversight of third‑party capacity or contractors; activities may include freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, DOT compliance, carrier verification, and maintenance coordination.
• Build understanding of market trends, pricing strategies, and capacity challenges that support carrier negotiations and contribute to revenue goals.
• Observe and practice analyzing trailing equipment needs to maintain equipment pools and optimize asset utilization; manage capacity to match freight volume.
• Learn about the technology and tools J.B. Hunt uses to streamline workflows and access load and equipment information.

Education

GED (Required)

High School (Required)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title

Truckload Internship, Summer 2027

Location

Country: United States of America

State/Province: Arkansas

City: Lowell

Work Hours

Full/Part Time: Part time

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.

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

• 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)

Work Experience

Certifications:

Job Opening ID

00640806 Truckload Internship, Summer 2027 (Evergreen) (Open)

Equal Opportunity Statement

“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 of the 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.

About the Company

Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities. 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 is the place to jumpstart your career. Why J.B. Hunt? J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

We are looking for

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

If you need assistance completing your application, please contact us at [e-mail].