Technology Internship - Summer 2027 (Paid)

CSX; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing support

Job summary

CSX in Jacksonville, FL offers a 10-week Technology Internship. Interns work on a team with a mentor, developing projects across Applications Development, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and more, while gaining exposure to CSX leadership.

The program includes hands-on training, site visits, networking events, and housing support for eligible interns; successful interns may preview full-time roles in CSX Leadership Development Program.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a CS/IS-related degree program with GPA requirements.
• Operations Research track candidates must be enrolled in a PhD program in OR or related field.

Responsibilities

• Join a technology team based on skills and initiatives and contribute to ongoing work.
• Help deliver innovative solutions for CSX customers and employees.
• Collaborate with mentors and leaders to deliver a capstone project.

Skills

AI concepts

Programming concepts

Data structures

Agile / DevOps concepts

Communication

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree program in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related major

Operations Research PhD candidate (OR/Applied Math/CS/Industrial Eng)

Tools

Angular

Java

C++

JavaScript

React

jQuery

Job description

Technology Internship Summary

Technology Internship Summary: CSX is seeking interns for a 10-week immersion into our Technology department. To further our mission of transforming supply chains through exceptional digital experiences, interns will deliver cutting edge solutions for our customers, employees, and the communities we serve. They will be assigned a team and a mentor to collaborate with and will also form a new team to deliver a project of appropriate size and scale. During the program, Interns preview full-time opportunities at CSX, understand our culture and operating model, gain practical experience, and build professional networks. The program also allows interns learning and development opportunities with hands-on training, field visits, and interactions with CSX leaders across the organization. The technology internship program enables CSX to engage and evaluate tomorrow’s promising talent for potential roles in our Leadership Development Program.

Job Description

Technology Internship Summary: CSX is seeking interns for a 10-week immersion into our Technology department. To further our mission of transforming supply chains through exceptional digital experiences, interns will deliver cutting edge solutions for our customers, employees, and the communities we serve. They will be assigned a team and a mentor to collaborate with and will also form a new team to deliver a project of appropriate size and scale. During the program, Interns preview full-time opportunities at CSX, understand our culture and operating model, gain practical experience, and build professional networks. The program also allows interns learning and development opportunities with hands-on training, field visits, and interactions with CSX leaders across the organization. The technology internship program enables CSX to engage and evaluate tomorrow’s promising talent for potential roles in our Leadership Development Program.

What You’ll Experience

• 10-Week Summer Internship Program: May 24, 2027 – July 30, 2027
• Location: CSX Headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida (on-site)
• Housing Support: Eligible interns may receive complimentary housing for the duration of the program. Travel, transportation, and other personal expenses are not provided.
• Competitive Compensation: Earn competitive hourly pay while gaining valuable professional experience.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Enhance your skills through executive networking events, lunch & learn sessions, local site visits, community service activities, cross-functional exposure, and networking opportunities designed to help you build meaningful connections across CSX.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

Interns will be placed with a technology team based on their skills, aspirations, and active company initiatives. Interns may work with teams including: Applications Development (Angular and Java web development), Operations Research, Data Science & Analytics, Cybersecurity, Agile Delivery, Infrastructure (including Automation, Cloud), User Experience, IT Operations, Integrations/API, Project Management, Innovation (including Robotics and Drones), and Service Support.

Regardless of team placement, all technology interns play an important role in advancing and delivering Technology initiatives. The expectations of these compensated positions include, but are not limited to:

• Active contribution in a dynamic, agile team environment
• Adherence to best practices for developing and maintaining secure systems
• Root-cause analysis to iterate improvement and increase reliability and efficiency
• Engagement across teams and stakeholders, to ensure shared understanding and value delivery

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related major field of study from an accredited institution.
• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4-point scale)
• For Operations Research internship, must be enrolled in PHD program in Applied Mathematics, Ops Research, Computer Science or Industrial Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of 3.3 (based on a 4-point scale)
• Ideal candidates are within 18 months of graduation

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) concepts, tools, and emerging technologies
• Knowledge of programming concepts and technologies (object oriented languages, design patterns, data structures, java, c++, java script, angular, react, jquery)
• Knowledge of relational and/or non-relational database concepts and functions
• Knowledge of enterprise platforms for administration or low-code / no-code development
• Knowledge of machine learning, machine vision, and generative AI concepts and tools
• Knowledge of agile, dev-ops, cybersecurity, and integration practices and concepts
• Strong collaboration, communication, interpersonal, and influence skills
• Problem-solving, analysis, organizational, and time management skills
• For Operations Research internship, knowledge of OR models including mixed integer programming and network optimization

Job Requirements

• Communicate effectively and professionally with peers, leadership, stakeholder audiences
• Work within established deadlines
• Willing and able to work days and hours as assigned
• Must be able to work onsite locally in Jacksonville, FL
• Successfully complete a background check and drug test

Environmental Conditions

• Work inside an office environment (onsite)

About Us

CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as our support for veterans and reservists. CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube

Closing Statement

CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. CSX Transportation and its subsidiaries are not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at CSX via e-mail, Internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement in place with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of CSX. No placement fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.