The Union Pacific Railroad (reporting marks UP, UPP, UPY) is a Class I freight-hauling railroad that operates 8,300 locomotives over 32,200 miles (51,800 km) routes in 23 U.S. states west of Chicago and New Orleans.
Year Round Intern – Real Estate
Union Pacific is one of America’s premier transportation and logistics companies, linking 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country and serving many of the fastest-growing U.S. cities. Generations of Americans have built successful careers at Union Pacific and in the process, they have helped build a nation – delivering lumber for our homes, food for our tables, energy for our power plants and the countless raw materials and finished goods that supply the American way of life.
Real Estate internships enables students to experience the work environment of a Fortune 150 company while continuing their education. Students gain insight into the U.S. transportation industry while working for an industry leader. The specific work assignments will depend upon the student’s qualifications as well as the duration of the work period. Students will be assigned projects and tasks equivalent to those of any analyst entry level position within the Real Estate business group, including assessing data, responding to customer requests and working with both internal and external customers. Understanding of basic real estate business, concepts and processes is strongly encouraged.
The Real Estate business group, within our Finance department, is seeking students of junior status or below who are interested in working year-round. The student must be able to work 15-25 hours during the school year and full-time during the summer.
Internship opportunities are available in Contracts, Facilities, and aiding our Field Operations teams. We will work with you to find the best placement based upon your education, skill set and preferences. You will be assigned projects equivalent to those of any Supply analyst and will be given the opportunity to manage a project from start to finish.
As an intern, you will build knowledge and experience in our core business groups and their vision, business objectives, processes, systems, and services. You will have extensive contact with peers and interaction with senior leaders. There will also be an opportunity to put leadership, technical skills, and business knowledge to immediate use through high value project assignments.
The estimated wage for this position is between $20-$23 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Accountabilities
- Learn and perform core department business group work tasks, processes, and customer services
- Perform administrative support for department business group managers
- Develop and execute project action plans and perform team assignments
- Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts within departments and across the company
- Assist with project management for various company initiatives and complete administrative tasks and special projects
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications – Required
- Must be a full-time student
- College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree in Real Estate, Business, Computer Science, Economics or other business-related degrees
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills
- Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills
- Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills
Qualifications – Preferred
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- College credits towards an undergraduate degree related to Real Estate
- Intermediate computer skills and able to learn UP’s Accounting systems and databases to successfully accomplish desired project results
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills including a demonstrated ability to analyze real estate and legal issues
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop good working relationships
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
- This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens
- Maintains concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions
Work Conditions
- Standard office work environment
What We Offer:
- Housing, Transportation, and Relocation stipends for qualified candidates
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
- A flexible and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home (as the job allows)
- On-site cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), federal credit union, all in Union Pacific Center headquarters building in Omaha, Nebraska
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Competitive compensation
- Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities
Year Round Intern – Supply Chain
Union Pacific is one of America’s premier transportation and logistics companies, linking 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country and serving many of the fastest-growing U.S. cities. Generations of Americans have built successful careers at Union Pacific and in the process, they have helped build a nation – delivering lumber for our homes, food for our tables, energy for our power plants and the countless raw materials and finished goods that supply the American way of life.
The Supply internship enables students to experience the work environment of a Fortune 150 company while continuing their education. Students gain insight into the U.S. transportation industry while working for an industry leader. The specific work assignments will depend upon the student’s qualifications as well as the duration of the work period. Students will be assigned projects and tasks equivalent to those of any analyst entry level position within the Supply Chain business group, including assessing data, responding to customer requests and working with vendors and contractors as they move through the Supply Chain process. Understanding of basic supply chain concepts and processes is strongly encouraged.
The Supply Chain business group, within our Finance department, is seeking students of junior status or below who are interested in working year-round. The student must be able to work 15-25 hours during the school year and full-time during the summer.
Internship opportunities are available in our Procurement & Performance team or Supply Operations. We will work with you to find the best placement based upon your education, skill set and preferences. You will be assigned projects equivalent to those of any Supply analyst and will be given the opportunity to manage a project from start to finish.
As an intern, you will build knowledge and experience in our core business groups and their vision, business objectives, processes, systems, and services. You will have extensive contact with peers and interaction with senior leaders. There will also be an opportunity to put leadership, technical skills, and business knowledge to immediate use through high value project assignments.
The estimated wage for this position is between $20 – $23 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Accountabilities
- Learn and perform core department business group work tasks, processes, and customer services
- Perform administrative support for department business group managers
- Develop and execute project action plans and perform team assignments
- Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts within departments and across the company
- Assist with project management for various company initiatives and complete administrative tasks and special projects
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications – Required
- Must be a full-time student
- College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree with preference for Supply Chain Management, Logistics / Transportation, or other business-related degrees
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills
- Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills
- Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills
- Solid understanding of basic Supply Chain concepts and processes
Qualifications – Preferred
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Intermediate computer skills and able to learn UP’s Accounting systems and databases to successfully accomplish desired project results
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements
- This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens
- Maintains concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions
Work Conditions
- Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
- 18 years of age or older
- Standard office work environment
What we offer:
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
- A flexible, casual and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home. (as the job allows)
- Ongoing learning and development
- On-site cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), federal credit union, all in Union Pacific Center headquarters building in Omaha, Nebraska
- Competitive compensation
- Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities
Year Round Intern – Finance
As an intern, you will build knowledge and experience in our core business groups and their vision, business objectives, processes, systems, and services. You will have extensive contact with peers and interaction with senior leaders. There will also be an opportunity to put leadership, technical skills, and business knowledge to immediate use through high value project assignments.
The estimated wage for this position is between $20 – $23 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Accountabilities
- Learn and perform core department business group work tasks, processes, and customer services
- Perform administrative support for department business group managers
- Develop and execute project action plans and perform team assignments
- Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts within departments and across the company
- Assist with project management for various company initiatives and complete administrative tasks and special projects
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications – Required
- Must be a full-time student
- College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills
- Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills
- Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills
Qualifications – Preferred
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Intermediate computer skills and able to learn UP’s Accounting systems and databases in order to successfully accomplish desired project results
- Advanced analytical and problem solving skills
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
- This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens
- Maintains concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions
Work Conditions
- Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
- 18 years of age or older
- Standard office work environment
What we offer:
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
- A flexible, casual, and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home. (as the job allows)
- Ongoing learning and development
- On-site cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), federal credit union, all in Union Pacific Center headquarters building in Omaha, Nebraska
- Competitive compensation
- Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities
Train Crew – Boone, IA
In your initial year of service, you can expect earnings of around $80,000. As you advance in your career there is potential for higher earnings, with the median annual wages of an employee with five years of service reaching over $100,000. Each employee is entitled to medical insurance that also covers prescriptions. In addition, the company provides vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
What Should You Know
- If hired, know that changing seniority locations and/or crafts (moving from train crew to mechanical or engineering) are approved based on business demands and may not be granted. Plan to commit to your craft and work location for a minimum of 2 years.
- The training class is 14 weeks and includes classroom and on-the-job training. Attendance for the full 14 weeks and successful completion of all exams during the training period is a requirement for continued employment.
- After training, you will work either road or yard service based on the territory you hold seniority and seniority date.
- Road service crews may be required to work between two locations requiring them to stay away from their home terminal point. Lodging is provided by Union Pacific.
- Yard and local service crews work with an engineer, or by remote control. They classify (sort) the cars from inbound trains and build outbound trains.
- This is a seniority-based position, and you may be required to cover locations within the area you hold seniority other than the location hired. These locations could be a long distance from the location you were hired or from where you live. Lodging may or may not be provided depending on the collective bargaining agreement you are working under.
- You may be required to work an assignment that is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- You will likely not be eligible for compensated time off during your first year of employment aside from paid sick days.
- Temporary furloughs are possible depending on fluctuations in business volumes. Furloughs and subsequent recalls to work are based on seniority dates.
- Union Pacific does not tolerate the use of drugs and alcohol (even for medicinal purposes). You will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing, mandatory testing for reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing when applicable.
- Refer to Train Crew FAQs for more information.
Accountabilities
- Inspect equipment, locomotives, and rail cars to ensure they are safe to use or move in a train.
- Perform tasks such as: Coupling (connecting) equipment, aligning drawbars, operating remote control locomotives, applying, and releasing hand brakes, riding rail cars, replacing couplers/knuckles and effectively communicating information to crews, yard controllers, and dispatchers via radio and/or hand signals.
- Maintain accurate written and electronic documentation and prepare necessary materials as required.
- Observe and comply with all railroad rules and regulations pertaining to safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
- Perform additional duties as assigned by a supervisor.
Qualifications – Required
- Applicants must have reached the age of 18 or above.
- Valid driver’s license
- Clean driving record in the past 36 months, without any suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your driver’s license resulting from a drug or alcohol-related incident.
- Must not have been involved in diversion or probation or pleaded guilty to a drug or alcohol-related driving incident.
- Must not have refused to undergo a drug or alcohol test related to the operation of a motor vehicle.
- Successfully complete an assessment in English before proceeding to the interview stage. For more information go to FAQs on UP.jobs.
Qualifications – Preferred
- Experience working on 2nd and/or 3rd shifts.
- Experience working outdoors in diverse weather conditions (considering professional, personal, and volunteer experiences)
- Experience working with, on, and around heavy equipment in motion (considering professional, personal, and volunteer experiences)
- Experience working in confined spaces and at different heights.
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
- Candidates are required to successfully pass a Physical Ability Test (PAT) before being considered for employment. This is separate from the medical exam and will assess your ability to handle the demands of the job. For more information go to the FAQs on UP.jobs.
- Normal color vision, enabling the detection and interpretation of various visual color signals and displays, as well as the ability to determine the speed of moving objects at both close and distant ranges.
- Adequate depth perception to accurately assess the speed and distance of locomotives being moved in the service area.
- The strength to push, pull, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 85 lbs.
- The ability to frequently perform coordinated hand movements for grasping, placing, or moving objects.
- The capacity to engage in physically demanding tasks, including occasional bending, stooping, and kneeling.
- The capacity to bend, stoop, line a switch from one track to another, climb a rail car side ladder, maintain balance while riding a rail car at varying distances, walk up to 5 miles per shift on uneven terrain and occasionally work at heights of 12’ or more.
- The capability to detect unusual sounds and smells during inspections and testing, and promptly respond.
Work Conditions
- You may travel with our trains, sometimes spending a day or more away from your home terminal.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, ice, rain, cold and heat.
- Instead of working a standard 40-hour week, there are variable work hours and irregularly scheduled days off. Train Crew employees are on call, even on nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship.
What we offer:
- A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture
- Ongoing learning, development, and Educational Assistance (including little to no out-of-pocket cost for online and in-person courses at the University of Nebraska at Omaha)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 40% match up to 5% (contribute 5% and UP will contribute 2%)
- Medical, dental and vision insurance, which are collectively bargained for through union membership
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
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