Operations Internship, Summer 2026

J.B. Hunt • Findlay, OH

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About The Position

This Operations Internship for Summer 2026 is a part-time position within the Supply Chain department. Under close supervision, the intern will assist customers by providing transportation and logistics services. The role offers exposure to and understanding of basic transportation management principles. Interns will participate in daily operational tasks such as freight planning, asset utilization, safety management, Department of Transportation (DOT) compliance, driver payroll, Customer Value Delivery, logistics management/analysis, driver supervision, profit-and-loss management, and maintenance coordination. The intern will also gain an understanding of industry trends and company initiatives related to driver retention, perform account-specific duties as required by customers, and undertake other related tasks.

Requirements

• 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 a minimum of 20-25 hours a week.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Nice To Haves

• Junior or Senior level preferred
• Willing to work flexible hours

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.

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
• two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees