Summer 2025

Engineering & Technology Intern: Application Development

Posted on 1/22/2025

J.B. Hunt Transport Services

J.B. Hunt Transport Services

10,001+ employees

Full-spectrum logistics and transportation solutions

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Rogers, AR, USA

Category
Software Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • Must be currently enrolled in a technology related degree program such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology at an accredited academic institution.
  • Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.75, with a 3.0 in the major field of study.
  • Be able to work up to 40 hours a week during the summer.
Responsibilities
  • Expand knowledge of the transportation industry and related systems
  • Perform limited analysis and design tasks
  • Troubleshoot and address bugs and problems with assistance from senior team members
  • Develop an understanding of processes associated with the organizational software development lifecycle through participation and specialized training.
Desired Qualifications
  • Preference will be given to applicants who have just completed a course of study in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or applicable degree field at an accredited university or junior college.
J.B. Hunt Transport Services

J.B. Hunt Transport Services

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J.B. Hunt Transport Services offers a broad set of transportation and logistics services across the United States, Canada, and Mexico through five segments: Intermodal, Dedicated Contract Services, Integrated Capacity Solutions, Final Mile Services, and Truckload. It coordinates intermodal freight using rail with company-owned trailing equipment and drayage, designs and runs customized supply chain solutions, and provides traditional freight brokerage, final-mile delivery, and full-load truckload services. Its approach combines assets, partners, and technology to optimize multi-modal networks and sustain long-term customer relationships. Its goal is to help customers move goods efficiently by delivering a comprehensive, reliable end-to-end logistics platform and by expanding capacity and service reach.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Lowell, Massachusetts

Founded

1961

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q1 2026 intermodal volume rose 3%, with Eastern network volume up 7%.
  • Q1 2026 operating income increased 16% to $207 million on better productivity.
  • Management reported over $100 million in technology-driven cost savings during the last year.

What critics are saying

  • Brokerage margins face pressure when shippers switch instantly to cheaper digital platforms.
  • Final Mile Services faces softer home-delivery demand and intense competition from Amazon Logistics.
  • Intermodal economics tighten if truckload spot rates rise and rail-conversion spreads narrow.

What makes J.B. Hunt Transport Services unique

  • J.B. Hunt combines intermodal, dedicated, brokerage, final mile, and truckload services.
  • J.B. Hunt 360° centralizes shipment management across modes and carriers.
  • Its rail partnerships, starting with Santa Fe in 1989, create durable intermodal scale.

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Unlimited Paid Time Off

Company News

Yahoo Finance
Apr 10th, 2026
J.B. Hunt uses 9MW EV charging hub in California as freight electrification accelerates

J.B. Hunt Transport Services is among the first customers using a new commercial electric vehicle charging site in Southern California, operated by EV Realty. The facility features 76 stalls and nine megawatts of capacity near the San Bernardino Intermodal Facility. The move represents early participation in heavy-duty fleet electrification infrastructure, complementing J.B. Hunt's record first-quarter intermodal volumes. The charging hub's location near a key intermodal node aligns with the company's rail-centric freight solutions. Analysts project J.B. Hunt will reach $13.7 billion in revenue and $859.5 million in earnings by 2029, requiring 4.6% annual revenue growth. However, rising inflation and insurance costs could pressure margins. Most pessimistic analysts forecast revenue of $13.9 billion and earnings of $905 million by 2029.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 19th, 2026
J.B. Hunt shares seen 6.4% undervalued after margin gains and buybacks

J.B. Hunt Transport Services (JBHT) is attracting attention after reporting an operating margin of 8.0% versus 6.6% year-on-year, alongside 19% operating income growth and substantial 2025 share repurchases. The company's one-year total shareholder return stands at 35.88%, though recent 30-day returns showed 10.88%. Trading at $197.64 against a fair value estimate of $211.17, analysts suggest modest upside remains. The valuation assumes continued margin improvements through cost optimisation and disciplined capital allocation as operations scale. However, concerns persist around Final Mile Services performance and inflationary cost pressures that could impact margins. The freight and logistics company faces potential headwinds from softer Final Mile demand affecting segment profitability.

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Feb 27th, 2026
J.B. Hunt recognized as top domestic intermodal provider for 6th consecutive time

J.B. Hunt recognized as top domestic intermodal provider for 6th consecutive time. J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. was recognized as the best overall domestic intermodal provider for North America in the latest Journal of Commerce's Intermodal Service Scorecard, the company said Thursday. Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans. Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism. Dylan Sherman is a business reporter for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. He is based in Northwest Arkansas and focuses on Tyson Foods Inc. and the transportation industry. A graduate of the University of Missouri, he has been with the newspaper since 2023.

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Jan 25th, 2026
A Community-Based Approach to Suicide Prevention Is Taking Hold in Arkansas

A community-based approach to suicide prevention is taking hold in Arkansas. Samaritan Community Center is partnering with J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. to host a job fair for entry-level employment opportunities from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday at Samaritan Community Center in Rogers. The event will also include participation from Snelling Staffing. The job fair is "designed to connect community members with meaningful employment opportunities while leveraging SCC's mission to support individuals on their path toward stability and self-sufficiency," the release states. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet directly with recruiters, learn about available roles and take next steps toward employment. Samaritan Community Center is a nonprofit based in Rogers and Springdale. In 2025, the organization provided groceries to 81,676 individuals, served 82,547 meals and distributed 196,690 snack packs to at-risk children through its nutrition programs. Briefs are for businesses in Northwest Arkansas that are new, have moved or closed, opened a new branch, changed owners or have been honored by an independent organization. Also, businesses with upcoming events open to the public may submit them for publication. Email items to [email protected]. Information will be published as space allows.

TipRanks
Dec 3rd, 2025
JB Hunt Secures $1.7 Billion Credit Agreement - TipRanks.com

JB Hunt ( ($JBHT) ) has issued an update. On November 25, 2025, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. entered into a $1.7 billion Second Amended and Restated Credit Ag...

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