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Union Pacific Railroad · 6 hours ago

Summer Intern - Mechanical

Omaha, NE

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$22/hr - $27/hr

Union Pacific Railroad is one of America's premier transportation and logistics companies, and they are seeking a Summer Intern in the Mechanical Department. The intern will support projects focused on locomotive and railcar operations, process improvement, and industrial engineering, gaining hands-on experience in the transportation industry while continuing their education.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Learn core business processes and systems within department operations

Assist with process improvement projects at locomotive or railcar facilities

Develop standard work documentation and value stream maps to support operational efficiency

Apply Lean or Six Sigma concepts to real-world business challenges

Collaborate with shop employees and department leaders to implement solutions

Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts across the company

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Lean methodologiesSix SigmaMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganization skillsTime management

Required

College credits equivalent to one (1) year or more toward an undergraduate degree

GPA of 2.7 or higher

Valid driver's license

Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills

Intermediate verbal and written communication skills

Intermediate organization, prioritization and time/project management skills

Preferred

College credits equivalent to two (2) years or more toward an undergraduate degree

Currently pursuing a degree in a related field such as Aerospace Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Engineering Management, Industrial Management, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to ask questions and learn

Ability to think critically, evaluate various options and make decisions

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience working outdoors in variable weather conditions (professional, personal, and volunteer experience may be considered)

Benefits

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

Company

Union Pacific Railroad

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One of America's most recognized companies, Union Pacific Railroad connects 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, providing a critical link in the global supply chain.

Founded in 1862