Year Round Intern - Safety

Reference Number : 3478 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 Safety Intern will support key

initiatives related to compliance management, data analysis, and

operational safety insights. This includes assisting with the

review and tracking of compliance waivers, maintaining a

centralized waiver database, and identifying opportunities for

renewal or extension. Interns will also contribute to data

visualization and analytics projects using tools like Tableau,

helping to uncover trends and communicate findings effectively.

This role involves detailed data examination and collaboration with

team members to ensure accurate, timely, and actionable insights.

In addition to project work, the intern will engage with safety

professionals across the department, manage assigned tasks from

start to finish, and support the team's commitment to regulatory

compliance and continuous improvement. The position offers

opportunities to apply analytical, organizational, and

communication skills in a real-world safety environment. 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.

This 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 a 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 related to safety

compliance and waiver management Regularly update and maintain a

comprehensive database of existing waivers, including expiration

dates Identify opportunities for waiver renewal or extension and

provide timely reminders to the team Assist with data analytics and

reporting projects using tools like Tableau Provide operational

support to department business group members 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 toward an undergraduate degree

Intermediate verbal and written communication skills Intermediate

organization, prioritization and time / project management skills

Qualifications - Preferred 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

facilities