About the role#
This summer internship provides a hands-on introduction to the operational core of rail transportation. You will work within a 24/7 environment, gaining practical experience in logistics, scheduling, and safety management. Interns will collaborate with experienced professionals on projects that support the movement of essential products and materials across the country. Following a two-day orientation in Fort Worth, you will be assigned to a specific division for field training.
What you'll do#
- Manage railroad terminal operations and assist supervisors in managing train crews.
- Complete specific logistics projects relevant to rail operations.
- Interact with Operating departments, including Mechanical and Engineering.
- Support the movement of essential products and materials.
- Learn the day-to-day logistics of a railroad in a mixed office and outdoor environment.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, Business, Communications, or a related technical field.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75.
- Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Ability to work in a 24/7 environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, navigate uneven surfaces, and climb ladders.
- Must have access to reliable transportation for the duration of the internship.
- Willingness to relocate anywhere on the BNSF Railway operating system for the summer.
- Ability to visually distinguish specific colors and hear auditory signals.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Locations: Belen, NM; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; Fort Worth, TX; Houston, TX; Kansas City, KS; Lincoln, NE; Minneapolis, MN; San Bernardino, CA; Vancouver, WA; Whitefish, MT.
- This is a full-time position.
About BNSF Railway
BNSF Railway operates a large railroad network spanning 32,500 route miles across 28 states and three Canadian provinces. The company focuses on freight transportation, including intermodal traffic, agricultural products, and industrial goods. It serves many grain-producing regions and transports components for daily life. Berkshire Hathaway Inc. acquired the business in 2010. The company employs more than 10,001 people and maintains its headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas.
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