Reference Number: 1816
Department: Mechanical
Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.

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Description

Union Pacific's Mechanical Department intern program enables talented students to experience the work environment of a Fortune 140 company while continuing their education. Students gain insight into the U.S. transportation industry while being paid and working for an industry leader. The summer internship is based on departmental needs and student interests.

Interns will work full-time hours and may work outside of traditional business hours as needed. Interns will be expected to travel to their designated assignment at one of the major locomotive or car facilities.

Locations may include:

North Platte, NE
Pocatello, ID
Chicago, IL
Portland, OR
Hermiston, OR
Fort Worth, TX
Houston, TX
Livonia, LA
North Little Rock, AR
Los Angeles, CA
Roseville, CA

The estimated wage for this position is between $21-$26 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Accountabilities

Specific assignments will typically include working with shop employees: 1) create standard work documents for repair tasks, 2) document value stream maps, reduce constraints and improve flow, 3) implement shop process improvement projects, 4) perform industrial engineering projects, 5) work to solve component failure issues, and 6) apply Lean or Six Sigma concepts to business problems
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 contact within departments and across the company
Perform other duties as assigned
Assist with project management for various company initiatives and complete administrative tasks and special projects
Work well independently and have an ongoing respect for heavy machinery associated with the transportation industry and its inherent dangers
Perform quality and timely work assignments, make best use of resources, work in cooperation with all employees, and perform according to normal and customary ethical standards

Qualifications - Required

College credits equivalent to two years toward an undergraduate degree
GPA of 2.7 or higher
Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills
Basic organization AND prioritization skills
Basic time and project management skills
Valid driver's license
Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s)

Qualifications - Preferred

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

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