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BNSF Railway · 2 weeks ago

Labor Relations Summer Intern 2026

DFW Metroplex

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

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

Start in 2026 Summer

BNSF Railway is one of the largest U.S. railroads, committed to safety, inclusion, and excellence. They are seeking a Labor Relations Summer Intern to support the Labor Relations department by working on impactful assignments, developing industry knowledge, and collaborating with Labor Relations officers to resolve disputes and foster relationships with union representatives.

RailroadTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Support ongoing projects while job shadowing Labor Relations officers with a focus on developing and furthering BNSF’s initiatives

Develop industry knowledge by researching agreements and arbitration decisions to support Labor Relations officers with interpreting collective bargaining agreements

Collaborate with Labor Relations officers to resolve labor disputes through grievance procedures, including the research and writing of responsive letters and formal briefs in support of BNSF’s position

Provide support for labor claims conferences and assist in local labor agreement negotiations

Build relationships with internal customers in Operations and rail union leaders

Seek opportunities to further employee engagement, specifically with a heavily unionized workforce

Possess leadership, teamwork, clear communication, adaptability, and resilience to overcome obstacles and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment

Qualification

Labor RelationsCollective BargainingResearch SkillsCommunication SkillsResilienceLeadershipTeamworkAdaptability

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)

Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Labor Relations, Labor Studies, Employment Relations, Business, Management, Legal Studies, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, 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 intern experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Labor Relations, Business, Human Resources, Legal 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.