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Norfolk Southern Corporation Field Engineering Intern - Summer 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio

A resume helps you stand out to hiring managers and recruiters; your resume communicates your experience and your brand. While it is not required, we encourage you to include an up-to-date resume along with a completed job application to give you the best opportunity to be considered. A complete resume helps us to better understand your unique background, relevant experiences, and passions. We look forward to learning about you. Summer 2025 Field Engineering Intern As an Engineering Intern at Norfolk Southern (NS), you'll work with Maintenance of way and Structure (MW&S) field crews, officers, and staff on real-world projects that apply your skills and education. You'll assist on various tasks, offering insight into the role of a full-time field supervisor. Interns are placed in one of three areas: line maintenance, program maintenance, or bridges and structures. Primary Duties: Assist MW&S crews and officers. Perform track inspections. Conduct maintenance on road and yard locations. Learn train and track dynamics. Learn track inspection techniques. Gain knowledge in basic railroad construction. Participate in maintenance operations. Develop management skills. Additional Information: Interns will engage in hands-on, field-oriented positions. The internship aims to expose students to the daily operations of the Engineering Department. The program helps students determine if a career in field operations within the railroad industry is suitable. What makes a successful candidate? Individuals who understand the only way we work is SAFELY. A willingness to work hands-on and outdoors among the elements at all hours of the day or night. Candidates who want to learn the railroad industry focusing on field operations. Candidates who have the desire to develop as a leader. A self-starter who can work with little direct supervision. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. General hands-on knowledge of tools with good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead a team by example; we like to say Leading from the Front! Work Environment Willing to relocate anywhere throughout our 22-state network for the duration of the internship. Housing stipend will be provided to those who apply. Typical work hours are between 6 AM to 4 PM Monday - Friday, plus any additional hours as required, including occasional overnight travel. On call work is required at time throughout the summer. Interns may also travel with a supervisor to field locations to ensure adherence to corporate and departmental standards and procedures. Must be able to work outside and be on your feet daily. This is a leadership position that works closely with our Union workforce. Education Pursuing a Bachelor or Graduate Degree Preferred Degree Paths: Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, Construction Management, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Biosystems Engineering Other relevant degrees are considered. Additional Information: All new hires for this safety critical position must complete a pre-employment medical exam including a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. You must have reliable transportation to and from your job location. Tentative Internship Timeline Week 1:Safety Training in McDonough, GA Weeks 2-11: Based out of your training location Week 12: Close out event and presentations. Compensation Freshman Year (27 or fewer credits): $3,557 Sophomore Year (28-59 credits): $3,922 Junior Year (60-89 credits): $4,266 Senior Year (90 or more credits): $4,493 Graduate Student: $5,406 Other Pay/Benefit Pay one-time roundtrip mileage for out-of-area students. $

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