Year Round Intern - Network Planning & Operations at Union Pacific Railroad Company

Reference Number: 3476 Department: Network Planning & Operations Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application. DescriptionUnion Pacific is one of America's premier transportation and logistics companies, linking 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country and serving many of the fastest-growing U.S. cities. We're looking for high-energy, analytical problem solvers who value teamwork and want to make a difference in the transportation industry. At Union Pacific, we move fast, think smart, and innovate to solve real-world challenges and we invite you to be part of that momentum through a meaningful internship experience. The Network Planning & Operations (NPO) intern will support key performance and planning initiatives across the Operating department. NPO oversees train scheduled and strategic planning for crews, locomotives, railcars, track, and terminals, as well as managing key performance indicators (KPIs) and evaluations. As part of the Operations Evaluation team, you'll contribute to projects that serve a wide range of stakeholders including Operating, Tech, Marketing & Sales, Finance, Law, executive leadership and regulators. These projects include developing and maintaining performance metrics, regulatory reporting, strategic initiatives, recurring updates, and annual goal setting. As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience in data analytics and project management. You'll regularly collaborate with business partners and leadership, build self-service reports and visualizations, answer metric-related questions, and perform ad-hoc analyses to support decision making. The position will be administered as a year-round internship at Union Pacific's headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska. The work schedule is flexible and can be designed to accommodate the course commitments of the successful candidate. A flexible work schedule includes up to 40 hours per week available during the summer months and an average of 15–20 hours per week available during the academic year. The estimated wage for this position is between $21.00-$24.00 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. AccountabilitiesLearn and perform core business processes and systems used in Network Planning & OperationsAssist in creating self-service dashboards, visualizations, and performance metricsPerform ad-hoc analyses and support decision-making through data-driven insightsProvide operational support to department business group managersBuild and strengthen a network of professional contacts within departments and across the companyAssist with project management for various company initiatives and special projectsPerform other duties as assignedQualifications - RequiredCollege credits equivalent to one (1) year or more toward an undergraduate degreeIntermediate verbal and written communication skills Intermediate organization, prioritization and time/project management skillsQualifications - PreferredCurrently pursuing a degree in a related field such as mathematics, computer science, business analytics, finance, operations research, supply chain or data scienceGPA of 3.0 or higherFamiliarity with tools like Microsoft Excel, Access, SQL, Tableau, or Power BIStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to ask questions and learnAbility to think critically, evaluate various options and make decisionsStrong written and verbal communication skills Physical RequirementsThis position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screensMaintain concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisionsWork Conditions18 years of age or olderAuthorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship Standard office work environmentWhat we offer:A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented cultureA flexible, casual and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home (as the job allows)Ongoing learning and developmentOn-site cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), federal credit union, all in Union Pacific Center headquarters building in Omaha, NebraskaEmployee Assistance ProgramsCompetitive compensationEngaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities