Year Round Intern - Human Resources

Reference Number: 4072

Department:
Human Resources

Closing Date:
Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.

Job Level: 99

The salary range for this position is $21.00-$24.00.

If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application.

Description

Are you a creative problem solver with strong analytical skills? Union Pacific Railroad is looking for high-energy, hard-working individuals who value teamwork and are dedicated to making a difference in the transportation industry. We love thinking smart, innovating and moving fast to solve problems. Experience a year-round internship in our Human Resources department and help us revolutionize the way we build America.

As an intern, you will build knowledge and experience in our core business groups and their vision, business objectives, processes, systems, and services. You will have extensive contact with peers and interaction with senior leaders. There will also be an opportunity to put leadership, technical skills, and business knowledge to immediate use through high value project assignments.

The Human Resources department is seeking students of junior status or below who are interested in working year round. Work full-time during our summer internship period (mid-May to about the first week in August), then work a part-time schedule while in school. Work schedules and hours will be flexibly designed to accommodate class schedules; however, availability to work 15-25 hours per week in person at UP Center in Omaha, Nebraska and virtually when needed, is required.

This Internship opportunity is on our Benefits team. You will be assigned projects equivalent to those of any Human Resources analyst and will be given the opportunity to manage a project from start to finish.

The estimated wage for this position is between $21-$24 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Accountabilities

* Oversee daily administration for craft professional benefits

* Understand plan design, system functions and eligibility rules for benefits

* Research and respond to daily employee inquiries

* Perform monthly audits

* Act as a liaison between vendors, departments and employees

* Communicate with the Railroad Retirement Board to determine employment/retirement status

* Research and respond to multiple benefit carrier inquiries via email

* Collaborate with other departments to determine employment status

* Continuous improvement to enhance service and productivity

* Build/update standard work as work processes evolve

* Support cross-functional projects and/or strategic initiatives

* Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications - Required

* College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree

* Proficient verbal and written communication skills

* Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills

Qualifications - Preferred

* College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree

* Proficient verbal and written communication skills

* Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills

Physical and Mental

Job Requirements

* This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens

Work Conditions

* Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

* 18 years of age or older

* Standard office work environment

What we offer:

* Housing 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

* Competitive compensation

* Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities