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Engineering & Technology Intern: Application Development Summer 2026

CompanyJ.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
LocationLowell
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 4, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will participate in engineering and technology tasks, focusing on application development and troubleshooting bugs. They will also perform limited analysis and design tasks while learning the organizational software development lifecycle.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
22290
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
J.B. Hunt specializes in freight shipping for customers of all sizes. Our mission is to drive long-term value for our people, customers and shareholders while staying focused on our vision to create the most efficient transportation network in North America. Our foundations – People you trust. Technology that empowers. Capacity to deliver. – are what drives our business forward. Through industry-leading solutions and a mode-neutral model, we create exceptional value for customers through a variety of transportation services, including intermodal, dedicated, refrigerated, truckload, less-than-truckload, flatbed, last mile, transload and more. Our J.B. Hunt 360 technology serves as a digital freight marketplace that connects shippers and carriers in one platform that provides access and visibility.
About the Role

Job Title:

Engineering & Technology Intern: Application Development Summer 2026

Department:

IT, Telecom & Internet

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

Arkansas

City:

Lowell

Full/Part Time:

Part time

Job Summary:

Under routine supervision, this position is responsible for participating in engineering and technology tasks as part of an assigned team and may have the opportunity to gain exposure to other disciplines. This position is designed to give students the opportunity to extend their classroom learning and receive industry experience over the summer with up to 40 hours a week.

Job Description:

Key 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

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualification: 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.

Preferred Qualification: 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.
This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Sophomore and Junior candidates preferred

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.

Education:

Associates: Computer and Information Science, Associates: Computer Engineering, Associates: Industrial Engineering, Associates: Information Technology, GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:

Certifications:

Job Opening ID:

00615869 Engineering & Technology Intern: Application Development Summer 2026 (Open)

“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 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.

Key Skills
Application DevelopmentSoftware Development LifecycleTroubleshootingAnalysisDesignComputer Science
Categories
SoftwareTechnologyEngineeringTransportationLogistics
Benefits
Medical BenefitDental BenefitVision Benefit401(k) Retirement PlanLife InsuranceShort-term Disability CoverageLong-term Disability CoveragePaid Time OffMaternity LeaveParental LeavePaid Holidays