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BNSF Railway · 3 days ago

Engineering Summer Intern 2026

El Paso, TX

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$5,000/mo - $5,000/mo

3+ years exp

Start in 2026 Summer

BNSF Railway is one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting freight across 28 western states. The Engineering Summer Intern will collaborate with professionals on projects that enhance the safety and efficiency of the railway's infrastructure, gaining hands-on experience and technical skills in the process.

RailroadTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, repair, and construct our track infrastructure, which encompasses rails, ties, and ballast, to uphold BNSF's standards

Plan/Schedule required maintenance and repairs and verify the quality of work completed

Expand and update BNSF Track infrastructure and oversee projects that interact with BNSF property

Project types include the expansion of track infrastructure, maintenance, construction, and innovation

Responsible for the safety of their teams

Manage the finances & schedules of their project and communication with project stakeholders

Opportunity to shadow positions such as Supervisor Engineering Support, Assistant Roadmaster, Roadmaster, and Division Engineer to gain boots on the ground experience

Administer, supervise, and coordinate all maintenance, construction, inspection and operation of bridges and structures, both operating and capital functions

Plan/Schedule required maintenance and repairs and verify the quality of work completed

Coordinate with other departments to ensure safe and efficient maintenance operations

Project types include the expansion of BNSF terminals & hubs, central lines, facilities, the repair & replacement of structures, & oversight of public projects and utility crossings

Responsible for the safety of their teams

Manage the finances & schedules of their project and communication with project stakeholders

Opportunity to shadow positions in our structure team and track such as Supervisor Structures and Manager of Structures to gain boots on the ground experience

Qualification

Engineering degreeSafety complianceProject managementConstruction managementLeadership experience

Required

Legally authorized to work in the United States and will be at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire

Does not require BNSF's assistance, now or in the future, (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) to obtain, maintain, or extend employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status)

Capable of working in a 24/7 environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and can safely perform duties outdoors in all weather conditions or in a shop, terminal, or field environment. Role includes climbing ladders and navigating uneven surfaces, with the ability to travel up to 75% of the time based on business needs

Able and willing to relocate anywhere on the BNSF Railway operating system (western 28 states) upon hire, for the summer, and travel to other locations as required. If you have any location restrictions, please answer 'No.'

Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, etc.), Construction Management, Business, OR a similar degree program from an accredited university

Have and will maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA

Have LESS THAN three (3) years of professional work experience/military service, EXCLUDING internships, part-time jobs, or positions held while pursuing my undergraduate and/or graduate degree

Have access to reliable transportation for the duration of the internship to and from my assigned BNSF location

Preferred

Prior internship experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Construction, Logistics, or a related field

Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization

Benefits

An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.

A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.

Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.

Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).

Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.

Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)

Generous leave / time off policies.