Network Strategy (Performance Measures) Summer Intern (Paid) 2025

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation's freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces.

As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Come make a difference with us!

Learn more about BNSF andour Benefits

Work Location : Fort Worth

Internship Duration : 06 / 09 / 2025 - 08 / 01 / 2025

Number of Positions : 1

Monthly Salary : $4,875 per month

As a paid Summer Intern for the Performance Measures team, students will experience life as a full-time employee, working on impactful, real-life assignments and projects that apply their skills and education.

The Network Strategy, Design & Innovation (NSD&I) team focuses on improving BNSF's service quality, operational efficiency, profitability, and network expansion.

As a part of this larger team, the Ops Measures team delivers reports, tools, and analytics, designs performance reporting systems, employs analytical techniques, and recommends improvements to enhance productivity, playing a key role in supporting long-term initiatives.

Successful Interns may be hired as full-time Management Trainees upon graduation.

Learn more about our Summer Intern Program

This is a full-time , hybrid position requiring a minimum of 40 hrs / wk, split between the office and remote work, with weekend or evening work as needed.

Travel is minimal, must have reliable transportation to and from work.

Relocation is required if located more than 50 miles from the location.

Training will start with a two-day orientation in Fort Worth, Texas, offering a company overview and networking with leaders.

This will be followed by support of ongoing projects and practical training with the department.

Key responsibilities may include :

Designing and developing performance reporting systems and analytical techniques for rail operations.

Providing analytical support to Network Strategy, Design, Innovation, and Transportation leaders on train, yard, and block volume changes, car velocity and utilization, terminal, and train operational performance, and blocking integrity.

Participating in transportation services analyses and building presentations for internal and external distribution.

Performing timely analysis and communicating complex material effectively.

Possess leadership, teamwork, clear communication, adaptability, and resilience to overcome obstacles and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.

Daily work is conducted in an indoor office environment.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position.

This is notan exhaustive list of the position's duties.

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development.

We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Basic Qualifications :

• Legally authorized to work in the United States and will be at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire.
• Does not require sponsorship to obtain, maintain, or extend authorization to work in the United States. (For example, H1-B Visa or STEM OPT)
• Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, OR a similar degree program from an accredited university.
• Have and will maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA.
• Have LESS THAN three (3) years of professional work experience, EXCLUDING internships, part-time jobs, or positions held while pursuing my undergraduate and / or graduate degree.
• Have access to reliable transportation for the duration of the internship to and from my assigned BNSF location.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Prior intern experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Data Science, Technology or a related field.
• Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization.

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including :

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits includingparental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.
• For more information, visit Benefits .

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process .

Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.

More information is available at https : / / www.tsa.gov / for-industry / twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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