Year Round Intern - Supply Chain

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site cafeteria

Fitness center

Competitive compensation

Educational visits to facilities

Job summary

Union Pacific Railroad is offering a Supply Chain internship for students enrolled in a degree program. The role includes data analysis, responding to customer requests, and collaboration with vendors as part of the Supply Chain team.

Work may be 15-25 hours during the school year and full-time in the summer. The program is housed in a Fortune 150 finance-driven environment with projects that mirror entry-level analyst work within Supply Chain, including project management and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Full-time student currently enrolled in a degree program.
• College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform core department tasks, processes and customer services.
• Analyze data, respond to inquiries, collaborate with external stakeholders.
• Provide operational support for department managers.
• Develop and execute project action plans and team assignments.
• Build a network of professional contacts within departments and across the company.
• Assist with project management for company initiatives and administrative tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

College credits toward undergraduate degree

Enrolled in degree program

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Reference Number:5145
Department:Supply Chain
Closing Date:September 30, 2026

**This posting is for university recruiting candidates, including those currently enrolled in a degree program.**

If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application.

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.

The Supply internship enables students to experience the work environment of a Fortune 150 company while continuing their education. Students gain insight into the U.S. transportation industry while working for an industry leader. The specific work assignments will depend upon the student's qualifications as well as the duration of the work period. Students will be assigned projects and tasks equivalent to those of any analyst entry level position within the Supply Chain business group, including assessing data, responding to customer requests and working with vendors and contractors as they move through the Supply Chain process. Understanding of basic supply chain concepts and processes is strongly encouraged.

The Supply Chain business group, within our Finance department, is seeking students currently enrolled in a degree program. The student must be able to work 15-25 hours during the school year and full-time during the summer.Internship opportunities are available in our Procurement & Performance team or Supply Operations. 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 Supply analyst and will be given the opportunity to manage a project from start to finish.

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

• Learn and perform core department business group work tasks, processes, and customer services
• Analyze data, address customer inquiries, and collaborate with external stakeholders
• 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 with preference for Supply Chain Management, Logistics / Transportation, or other business-related degrees
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills
• Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills
• Proficient Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) skills
• Solid understanding of basic Supply Chain concepts and processes

Qualifications - Preferred

• GPA of3.0 or higher
• Intermediate computer skills and able to learn UP's Accounting systems and databases to successfully accomplish desired project results
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills

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
• 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