Engineering; Roadway Equipment) Summer Intern

Engineering (Roadway Equipment) Summer Intern 2027

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Come make a difference with us!

As a
Summer Intern on the Engineering Roadway Equipment Team
, you will work alongside experienced professionals on important projects that enhance the performance of our machinery. You will engage in field operations to see engineering principles in action and develop skills in equipment management and operational planning. This program is designed for ambitious students who are eager to tackle real-world engineering challenges and contribute to the complex and fascinating field of railway maintenance machinery and technology.

You'll enhance your technical skills and gain invaluable insight into the operations of one of North America's leading railroad companies through this immersive experience. Ultimately, our Summer Internship Program aims to recruit students into our Management Trainee Program, offering a direct pathway to join us after graduation.

This is a full-time(minimum 40hrs/wk) position
in a24x7 operations environment, subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Travel and Relocation is required for the summer. Candidates must be flexible with their location (as they could be moved depending on business needs), must have reliable transportation to and from work and travel up to 75% of the time.

Training will start with a two-day orientation in Fort Worth, Texas, offering a company overview and networking with leaders, followed by support on ongoing projects and practical field training at an assigned location.

Applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding potential interviews, testing, and hiring events for this position. Please check your e-mail daily.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist Planned Maintenance Coordinator Equipment Planning with new equipment shipping. Working with vendors and internal BNSF contacts to ensure equipment is ready to ship and all shipping information is correct.

Assist Planned Maintenance Coordinator Equipment Planning and field personnel with equipment retirements. Ensuring reporting is correct and requirements have been reached before activating retirement process.

Participate in Brainerd Roadway Equipment Shop scheduling and planning meetings. Challenge the status quo and look for opportunities to accelerate the current processes in place.

Assist in vetting Regional System Gang turnovers and assignment changes . Ensuring correct reporting is vital for success and fluid transfer of information to all stake holders.

Work with mentor to update SAP to accurately reflect equipment assignments and locations as needed.

Work with customers to ensure ramp and rider cars are assigned to the correct pool utilizing BNSF EDO, an engineering system used to track and assign rail cars.

Extensive time spent in the field inspecting equipment and determining opportunities for replacement/rebuild equipment to ensure reliable equipment for our customers.

Daily work is conducted in an indoor/outdoor safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and…