Year Round Intern - Technology

Union Pacific Railroad
employee discount
United States, Nebraska, Omaha
Nov 01, 2024
Reference Number:1812 Department:Technology Closing Date:11/30/2024 This posting is for university recruiting candidates, including those currently enrolled in a degree program and those who have an anticipated graduation date after May 2025. If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application. Description As a year-round intern in our Technology Department, you will gain first-hand experience working in our Application Development, Cybersecurity or Infrastructure/Platform teams. These teams enable our business operations by building secure systems and platforms that provide our employees and customers visibility and extend automation into one of America's largest transportation logistics networks. In this role you will have extensive contact with peers and interaction with senior leaders. There will also be an opportunity to put leadership, technical skills, and business knowledge to immediate use by leveraging technologies such as Java, Data Networking, Data Science and Cyber Security principles to solve problems and deliver value through real-world project assignments. The estimated wage for this position is between $20 - $26 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 the core processes and work tasks required to build and support secure and highly available enterprise software applications and platforms Participate in design sessions, sprint planning and code reviews Track and maintain status of projects using tools such as JIRA Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts within departments and across the company Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications - Required College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, MIS, or a related field Proficient verbal and written communication skills Basic organization, prioritizationand time/project management skills Ability to work on-site at a Union Pacific office in Omaha, NEor Lincoln, NE Qualifications - Preferred Experience in an object oriented programming language, such as Java, Python, or C++ 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, casual and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home. (as the job allows) Ongoing learning anddevelopment 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