One of our core values at Blackhawk Transport is supporting an individual’s entrepreneurial spirit. If you are a driver or working in the transportation industry and want to move into the management and administrative ranks, contact us about our customized management trainee program.
We identify three to four aspiring individuals to join our management intern training program each year. Each participant spends time in all operating departments learning the detailed and complex interaction of all core functions of the dedicated freight trucking business. Program participants choose a project that links their interests and future career aspirations with a list of organizational needs. Participants lead the project from development to implementation and present their final work to company executives and owners.
Each management intern works with leadership to develop additional opportunities for leadership and growth in their chosen specialty. Our management training interns are ultimately placed in the organization's middle management and administrative roles.
We currently have staff working in HR, IT, safety, and account management roles who came through the management training program. We have office locations in Wisconsin and Texas, as well as driver management and customer account manager locations throughout the U.S. Depending on your background and skills, we can customize a program specific to your interest and location.
Blackhawk Transport's culture starts with our values. "Together We Go Far" isn't just a catchphrase; it’s a way of life. We work collaboratively as a team and as a family to support our customers and one another. We believe hard work should be fun and rewarding. We prioritize the safety of our drivers and treat one another with respect.
My experience with Blackhawk Transport has truly been one of a kind. I started my career here as an intern in 2020. Blackhawk gave me the opportunity during the pandemic, and I was fortunate enough to hold this position for a year, while I was still a full-time college student. As an intern, I was able to learn valuable skills that I will utilize forever. As I reflect on my time in this position and think of where I am now, it was an honor to start in this small role where the skills I learned have allowed me to strive today.
The heartfelt goodbyes didn't last long, as 7 months later, Blackhawk welcomed me back with open arms and endless possibilities, once again. In 2022, I was given an opportunity to enter our Manager Trainee Program. Along with 4 others,“I worked on projects that Blackhawk allowed me to do independently and felt as though I was an integral part of the future of the company. It was an honor to receive recognition at the annual awards banquet for "The Future is Bright" award. A few months into the program, I presented my projects to our ownership group, worked closely with each department within Blackhawk, was promoted, and continued to grow into my new management position, better and faster than I would've thought possible.” A few months later, I was again presented with an opportunity that many people only dream of. A promotion and relocation. Blackhawk Transport saw the potential in me and has given me a career path to be a part of their first regional terminal in Texas. Although I have left Beloit Headquarters again, this time in a new light, with new skills, new opportunities, new projects, and so much more.
In just 2.5 years, Blackhawk has taught me the true meaning of dedication, making the Right. Now. Right Decision, and I’ve found a passion in this industry and position, that people will search their whole lives for. From my team, other leaders, and drivers, thank you, for believing in me and allowing me to continue reaching my full potential.- Reagan W, Human Resource Manager
Our successful growth as a company is based on hardworking individuals who thrive on being part of a team. With our fast success and continuous growth, we are proud of the success stories of individuals who come from a wide range of experiences (military, college graduates, drivers, etc.) and have been promoted to mid- and upper-level management positions.