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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
- “The quality of life is great; everyone here is very welcoming and incredibly flexible. The only requirement for hours is that I work the hours I am scheduled. The culture here is very positive. As a team, we all collaborate quite often, and the environment is quite warm; we all look out for each other.”
- “I have near complete freedom to choose my schedule, and my manager encourages me to prioritize my schooling and take time off when I need it.”
- “The culture and environment are very laid back and welcoming. Everyone was willing to answer questions I had and willing to take the time to explain it without hurry or disrespect. 40 hours a week was expected, and that left plenty of time for a work-life balance.”
- “The culture around the shop was very friendly and communal. Anyone could speak and be heard regardless of their rank or seniority. The management went to great lengths to show the craft employees that they cared and were concerned for their overall wellbeing, happiness, and safety.”
Getting Hired Here
- “Great interview process, except it took a long time to hear anything initially from them.”
- “The whole hiring process was smooth.”
- “I felt very comfortable with the interview crew and felt the ability to be my honest and true self.”
- “The interviewers during my hiring process were very professional and nice to me. They came off genuine and sincere, and they really gave me a good idea of what it would be like working at Union Pacific.”