Operations Intern; Annual

Position: Operations Intern (Annual)
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* Job Title:

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* Operations Intern (Annual)

** Department:*
* Supply Chain

** Country:*
* United States of America

** State/Province:*
* Illinois

** City:*
* Chicago

** Full/Part Time:*
* Part time

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* Job Summary:

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* The Time to ACT is Now Do you want to be a part of this growth by jump starting your career as an intern?  Not your typical internship. Gone are the days of making copies and fetching coffee. Our interns jump in and create value instantly -- they contribute just as any other full time employee. They learn about our business inside and out, placing them into a position in which they can be considered for full-time employment upon graduation...with

a leg up on their competition!

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* Job Description:

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* Responsibilities:

+ Manage carriers to ensure on-time service

+ Negotiate transportation rates with our carriers to meet profit goals

+ Learn and train to market J.B. Hunt's solutions to existing and prospective customers

+ Monitor in-transit freight and troubleshoot problems to ensure on-time delivery

+ Learn and train to market, service and promote J.B. Hunt's services and solutions to existing and prospective customers

+ Learn and train to manage a network of partner carriers to move freight in profitable manner

+ Resolve complex problems and develop useful knowledge becoming fluent in the language of logistics and transportation

+ Networking to build long lasted relationships

+ Other duties as required

Qualifications:

+ Currently juniors or seniors preferred

+ GPA of at least 2.7; GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred

+ Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

+ Have demonstrated leadership qualities

+ Be available to work 20-40 hours per week; we can be flexible with class schedules

The expected starting pay range is between $15 - $24.50

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* Qualifications:

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* ** 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 time: 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.

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* Education:

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* GED  (Required), High School  (Required)

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* ** Job Opening :*
* Operations Intern (Annual) (Open)

** _"This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this_*
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* ** _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."_*
* ** _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._*
* ** 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.

** What are we 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…