Year Round Intern - Human Resources

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 will work on the Talent Acquistion 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 $20.00 -$23.00 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

• 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 contacts within departments and across the company
• Assist with project management for various company initiatives and complete administrative tasks and special projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

• College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Basic organization, prioritizationand time/project management skills

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree with a focus in Human Resources, Business or a related field

• 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

• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• 18 years of age or older
• Standard office work environment