Year Round Intern - Finance

Reference Number : 3464

Department : Finance

Closing Date : Apply early as this job may be filled at any time

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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. Generations of Americans have built successful careers at Union Pacific and in the process, they have helped build a nation - delivering lumber for our homes, food for our tables, energy for our power plants and the countless raw materials and finished goods that supply the American way of life. Are you a creative problem whiz with strong logical skills?

Union Pacific Railroad is looking for high-energy, hard-working individuals who value teamwork and are devoted to making a difference in the transportation industry. We take pride in thinking smart, innovating, and moving fast to solve problems. Experience working as an Intern in our Finance department and help us transform the way we build America. The Finance department is seeking students currently enrolled in a degree program who are interested in working year round. This is NOT a summer internship position. The student must be able to work 15-25 hours per week during the school year and full-time during the summer. Internship opportunities are available in a variety of areas within the Finance Department, including : Accounting, Corporate Audit, Real Estate, Tax, Treasury and Planning and Analysis. We will work with you to find the best placement based upon your education, skill set and preferences. You will be assigned projects equivalent to those of any financial analyst on the Finance staff and will be given the opportunity to manage a project from start to finish.

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 estimated wage for this position is between $20 - $26 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Accountabilities

Learn and perform core department business group work tasks, processes, and customer services

Accountable for contributing to key functional areas within the Finance department such as journal entries, audit planning, tax compliance, and forecasting

Offer operational support for department business group managers

Develop and execute project action plans and perform team assignments

Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts within departments and across the company

Assist with project management for various company initiatives and complete administrative tasks and special projects

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications - Required

Must be a full-time student

College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics

Proficient verbal and written communication skills

Basic organization, prioritization and time / project management skills

Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills

Qualifications - Preferred

GPA of 3.0 or higher

Intermediate computer skills and able to learn UP's Accounting systems and databases in order to successfully accomplish desired project results

Advanced analytical and problem solving skills

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens

Maintains 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

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

Competitive compensation

Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities