About the role#
This is a part-time, rolling internship based in Chicago. You will work 20-40 hours per week, with flexibility provided for class schedules. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience in transportation and logistics, with the potential for consideration for full-time employment upon graduation.
What you'll do#
- Manage carriers to ensure on-time service.
- Negotiate transportation rates with carriers to meet profit goals.
- Learn to market company solutions to existing and prospective customers.
- Monitor in-transit freight and troubleshoot problems to ensure timely delivery.
- Learn to manage a network of partner carriers to move freight profitably.
- Build professional relationships through networking.
What you'll need#
- Current status as a junior or senior in college.
- A minimum GPA of 2.7, with 3.0 or higher preferred.
- Majors in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Operations Management.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $15 - $24.50 per hour.
About J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services is a transportation company based in Lowell, Arkansas. Founded in 1961, the firm provides freight shipping services including intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, and truckload options. It operates a digital freight marketplace called J.B. Hunt 360 to connect shippers and carriers. The company employs over 22,000 people and functions as a public organization.
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