Year Round Intern - Corporate Relations

Union Pacific Railroad; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site amenities

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad is seeking a Corporate Communications Intern to help shape how employees, customers, communities, and stakeholders connect with a historic brand. You will create content, support campaigns, and collaborate with professionals across the organization in Omaha, NE.

The internship offers hands-on experience, with expected ~20 hours weekly during the academic year and full-time in the summer, onsite with some approved remote work.

Qualifications

• Strong writing skills with proficiency in AP Style.
• Excellent verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with social media platforms and related analytics tools.
• Demonstrated organization and professionalism in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Craft compelling narratives for internal and external audiences through content creation and social media support.
• Assist with editing, publishing, and maintaining content across channels and platforms.
• Support campaigns through content development and publication activities.
• Participate in measurement, reporting, and monthly metrics activities.

Skills

AP Style

Verbal communication

Project management

Social media analytics

MS Office

Education

Undergraduate degree in Journalism/Communications/Public Relations/English

Two years of undergraduate coursework completed

Tools

Tableau

Salesforce

Adobe Experience Manager

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Reference Number: 5223
Department: Corporate Relations
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.

A Unique Opportunity to Help Tell the Story of One of America's Most Recognized Brands

Are you passionate about writing, storytelling, social media, digital content, or multimedia communications?

As a Corporate Communications Intern at Union Pacific, you'll help shape how employees, customers, communities, and stakeholders connect with a company that has been Building America for more than 160 years. You'll gain hands‑on experience creating content, supporting communication campaigns, contributing to social media and digital storytelling efforts, and collaborating with professionals across the organization.

This is more than a traditional internship. You'll work on meaningful projects that develop your communication, research, project management, and business skills while building relationships with leaders and professionals across the company.

This position is intended for students who are actively pursuing a degree while attending a college or university within commuting distance of Omaha, Nebraska and are interested in building real‑world communications experience within Union Pacific's Corporate Relations team. During the academic year, this position offers a flexible schedule averaging approximately 20 hours per week. Interns are expected to work primarily onsite at Union Pacific Center in Omaha, Nebraska, with some flexibility for remote work as approved by their manager. Interns are also expected to work full‑time in Omaha, Nebraska, during the summer portion of the internship.

This role provides hands‑on experience while allowing you to build your skills alongside experienced communications professionals.

The estimated wage for this position is between $21-$25 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Accountabilities

Content Creation and Storytelling

• Craft compelling narratives for internal and external audiences through content creation, writing, and social media support
• Assist with editing, publishing, and maintaining content across corporate and social media channels, content management systems, and internal communication platforms
• Support internal and external communication campaigns through content development and publication activities

Measurement and Project Management

• Participate in measurement and reporting activities that evaluate communication effectiveness, including creating monitoring reports, analyzing communication metrics, and collecting feedback
• Assist with project management activities for communication initiatives, including administrative tasks and special projects

Professional Development and Collaboration

• Learn and perform core Corporate Communications business group tasks, including writing news releases and compiling media distribution lists
• Develop and execute project action plans, conduct targeted research assignments, and assist with monthly metrics reporting
• Build professional relationships with colleagues across departments and collaborate with internal stakeholders on communication initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications - Required

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, English, or a closely related field
• Completed, or will have completed by the internship start date, coursework equivalent to at least two years toward an undergraduate degree
• Currently attending a college or university within commuting distance of Omaha, Nebraska
• Strong writing skills with proficiency in AP Style
• Excellent verbal communication abilities
• Ability to plan and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Proficiency with social media platforms and related analytics tools
• Demonstrated ability to remain organized, creative, and professional in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Qualifications - Preferred

• Prior internship experience in corporate communications demonstrating business writing and editing skills
• Experience as a writer or editor for a university newspaper or through academic, nonprofit, student organization, or professional experiences
• Experience using data, content, or communication management platforms such as Tableau, Blackbaud, Salesforce, Adobe Experience Manager, or similar systems
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and multimedia content creation, including video or photo editing
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• Knowledge of social media management, digital content publishing, analytics, or communication measurement practices

Physical 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
• A flexible work environment that allows you to work on‑site and from remotely, as business needs allow
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• On‑site amenities at Union Pacific Center headquarters, including a cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), and federal credit union
• Competitive compensation
• Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities