Overview
Introduction
Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) is one of America's most recognized companies. The railroad's diversified business mix includes agricultural products, automotive, chemicals, coal, industrial products, and intermodal. Internships are designed to introduce UPRR career opportunities while working on real-world projects and gaining hands-on experience. Past interns say their time provided “the opportunity to grow my network with other interns and other full-time employees” in an environment that was “very welcoming and incredibly fle...
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How To Apply
Prospective candidates should create a thorough profile on the company careers site, UP.jobs. Candidates are also welcome to attach their resume to their profile.
https://up.jobs/go/Internships/9301100/
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About the Program
The Union Pacific internship program is a comprehensive, companywide initiative designed to foster learning, professional development, and community engagement. Through structured activities and events, interns will gain insight into Union Pacific's operations, explore various functional departments, and participate in networking opportunities with senior leaders. The program features a series of organized events year-round, with a peak in the summer when a larger cohort of interns from diver...
About the Company
Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) is one of America's most recognized companies. Connecting 23 states in the western two-thirds of the country by rail, it is a critical link in the global supply chain. Union Pacific operates from all major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports to eastern gateways, connects with Canada's rail systems, and is the only railroad serving all six major Mexico gateways.
Intern Reviews
- “Everyone was welcoming to me and willing to help out whenever I needed it. Also, my boss was very helpful when it came to getting time off to go visit my family for the holiday. Additionally, employees would joke with each other which made the 8 hours go faster than if the office was always quiet. Also, I got a mix of office work, but also got to go out into the diesel shop and work with the crafts professionals that work on the locomotives.”
- “Relaxed and understanding managers are he...
Getting Hired Here
- “What programming languages do you know? Describe how you learn about a topic you know nothing about?”
- “Can you think of a time you faced a disagreement in the workplace? How did you handle it? Can you explain the role you played as an intern at *previous internship*?”
- “What is your experience with Java? What was your past employment like? What do you hope to do career-wise? Are you from Omaha?”
- “Have you ever worked on a project that depen...