Year Round Intern - Environmental Management

Reference Number : 3477 Department : Safety 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. Description Union 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 Environmental Management intern will support key projects focused on compliance, sustainability, and environmental data analytics. This includes assisting with air, water, and waste compliance efforts, contributing to sustainability and conservation initiatives, and supporting data reporting through tools like Tableau. Interns may also work with the Environmental Services & Technology team on analytics and visualization projects. In addition to project support, the intern will collaborate with subject matter experts across various environmental disciplines, manage assigned projects from start to finish, and contribute to the team’s commitment to compliant and sustainable operations. The role involves regular interaction with team members and leadership, and offers opportunities to apply problem-solving, technical, and communication skills in a real-world setting. 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 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 an average of 15–20 hours per week during the academic year, with up to 40 hours per week available during the summer months. 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 Learn core business processes and systems within environmental operations ​​​​​​​Assist with data analytics and reporting projects using tools like Tableau Build self-service reports and visualizations to support decision-making Provide operational support to department business group members Develop and execute project action plans and perform team assignments Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts across the company Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications - Required College credits equivalent to one (1) year or more toward an undergraduate degree Intermediate verbal and written communication skills Intermediate organization, prioritization and time / project management skills Qualifications - Preferred Currently pursuing a degree in a related field such as business, environmental sciences, business analytics, finance, accounting, economics, computer or data science GPA of 3.0 or higher Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Excel and / or Tableau Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to ask questions and learn Ability to think critically, evaluate various options and make decisions Strong written and verbal communication skills Physical and Mental Job Requirements This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens Maintain concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions Work Conditions Authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship 18 years of age or older Standard office work environment What we offer : A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture A flexible, casual and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home (as the job allows) Ongoing learning and development On-site cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), federal credit union, all in Union Pacific Center headquarters building in Omaha, Nebraska Employee Assistance Programs Competitive compensation Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilitiesaa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a