Digital & Tech Cloud Services Intern - Spring 2026
Norfolk Southern offers a unique opportunity to be part of our proud legacy that spans nearly 200 years. We are a customer-centric, operations-driven team dedicated to advancing safety, serving communities, and driving innovation for tomorrows rail.
As part of Norfolk Southern, youll join a collaborative team where there are opportunities for growth across the organization. We are building a culture where everyone can thrive by owning and driving exceptional results, being humble and leading with trust, serving our customers with excellence, and collaborating and coaching to win.
A day in the life of a Digital & Tech Cloud Services Intern :
As an intern work within the Cloud Services department, youll gain real life experience during your college academic career. You will develop skill related to design, implementation, and maintenance of our cloud-based infrastructure. You will assist in ensuring that our cloud services are scalable, reliable, and secure.
As a Norfolk Southern Intern, you will expect to gain the following experience :
- Hands-on Experience : engage in meaningful projects that align with your academic and career goals.
- Mentorship : benefit from guidance and mentorship from seasoned professionals in your department.
- Professionally Network : connect with professionals across various departments, building valuable relationships for your future career.
- Learning Opportunities : access training and development resources to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Inclusive Environment : join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values collaboration and innovation.
Responsibilities :
Infrastructure Monitoring and Maintenance : Assist in monitoring the health and performance of our cloud services, identifying, and resolving issues proactively.Infrastructure Automation : Work on automating routine infrastructure tasks using scripting or infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.Security and Compliance : Support the implementation of security best practices and compliance standards within the cloud environment.Documentation : Create and maintain detailed documentation for infrastructure configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.Collaboration : Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers and DevSecOps, to support the development and management of cloud-based applications.Problem Solving : Participate in troubleshooting and resolving infrastructure-related issues and incidents.Research and Innovation : Stay up to date with the latest cloud technologies and contribute innovative ideas to enhance our cloud services.Communication : displays strong communication and teamwork collaboration.Education Required :
Pursuing Bachelors Degree or higher required.Active enrolled student during the months of Jan through April 2026Freshman (27 or fewer credits)Sophomore (28 to 59 credits)Junior (60 to 89 credits)Senior (90 or more credits)Graduate StudentTechnology Majors Preferred : CIS, MIS, Engineering, or related technology field.Skills Required :
1+ years experience scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or similar languages.Skills Preferred :Familiarity with public cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.Work Conditions :
Location : Atlanta, GAEnvironment : Hybrid (in office and remote)Duration : 12 weeksSchedule : Monday through Friday; 8AM -4PMEqual employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.