Year Round Intern - Loup Logistics

Union Pacific Railroad; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site cafeteria

Fitness center

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad's Loup Logistics internship offers hands-on experience in the dynamic world of multi-modal transportation, combining rail and truck services to deliver flexible, efficient solutions.

This in-person role in Omaha, NE during summer pairs you with cross-functional teams and senior leaders to apply your analytical and communication skills to high-impact projects shaping logistics. Relocation stipends and housing are provided for students from beyond 75 miles.

Qualifications

• College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate or graduate degree.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Core Business Operations - Learn and assist with customer outreach, shipment tracking, and sales enablement.
• Drive Operational Excellence - Improve logistics workflows, shipment visibility, and equipment utilization.
• Collaborate on Projects - Work with cross-functional teams to implement action plans.
• Build Professional Networks - Engage with professionals across Loup and Union Pacific.
• Manage Real Initiatives - Own project deliverables on initiatives like equipment utilization and shipment visibility.
• Use Industry Tools - Leverage Salesforce, Tableau, and ShipmentVision to document work and analyze data.
• Perform Other Duties as Assigned - Be flexible and proactive.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Education

One year of undergraduate/graduate credits

Tools

Salesforce

Tableau

ShipmentVision

Job description

Reference Number:5116
Department:Loup Logistics
Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time.

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Are you a creative problem solver with a strategic mindset? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and want to be part of a team that's redefining logistics through innovation, collaboration, and customer-centric solutions?

Join Loup Logistics as a year-round intern and gain hands-on experience in the dynamic world of multi-modal transportation, which combines the strengths of rail and truck services to deliver flexible, efficient solutions to shippers across North America. As Union Pacific's logistics arm, Loup offers a unique opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and contribute to initiatives that enhance operational performance, drive innovation, and improve customer satisfaction.

Interns will build foundational knowledge across Loup's core business units, learning how we deliver value through transload, intermodal, and strategic services. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage with senior leaders, and apply your analytical and communication skills to high-impact projects that shape the future of logistics.

This opportunity requires in-person work in Omaha, NE during the summer months (mid-May through early August). Union Pacific provides relocation stipends and housing accommodation for students living more than 75 miles from Omaha. During the academic year, interns are expected to work 15-25 hours per week, with full-time availability during the summer.

The estimated wage for this position is between $21.00 -$25.00 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Accountabilities

• Support Core Business Operations - Learn and assist with essential department tasks, including customer outreach, shipment tracking, and sales enablement. Help drive performance across Loup's intermodal and transload services
• Drive Operational Excellence - Support initiatives that improve logistics workflows, shipment visibility, and equipment utilization. Contribute to efforts that streamline operations and enhance service delivery acrossLoup's intermodal and transload networks
• Collaborate on Projects - Work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement action plans that improve internal processes and enhance customer experience
• Build Professional Networks - Engage with professionals across Loup and Union Pacific, gaining exposure to logistics, operations, and technology teams
• Manage Real Initiatives - Own project deliverables and contribute to initiatives like equipment utilization, shipment visibility, and customer engagement scoring
• Use Industry Tools - Leverage platforms such as Salesforce, Tableau, and ShipmentVision to document work, analyze data, and support your assigned business team
• Perform Other Duties as Assigned - Be flexible and proactive in supporting the team's evolving needs

Qualifications - Required

• College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate or graduate degree
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills

Qualifications - Preferred

• College credits towards a degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration

Physical and Mental Job Requirements

• This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens
• Maintain concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions

Work Conditions

• Authorized to work in the United States without 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
  
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
  
• Competitive compensation
  
• Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities