Year Round Intern - Risk Management

Year Round Intern - Risk Management

Union Pacific Railroad is seeking a high-energy, hard-working intern to support the Risk Management team within the Law Department. The team supports incident response and handling efforts that help resume and maintain rail operations. This year-round internship provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced business environment at one of America's leading transportation and logistics companies. You will work with the Risk Management team and cross-functional partners to maintain investigation files, organize documents and electronic records, gather documentation for audits and external reporting, review and analyze data, identify process efficiencies, communicate with internal and external customers, and support the management of company assets in accordance with policies, operating procedures, and agreement terms. You will also gain exposure to Union Pacific business groups, processes, systems, and services while building professional relationships, interacting with leaders, and contributing to meaningful projects. 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 gaining hands-on experience in Risk Management within Union Pacific's Law Department. During the academic year, this position offers a flexible schedule averaging 15-20 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. 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.

Learn and perform core Risk Management work, processes, and customer-service activities

Maintain organized and complete investigation files and electronic records

Complete case-file audits using established processes

Gather and organize documents for audits and external reporting

Review, analyze, and trend data to support team needs and identify process efficiencies

Communicate with internal and external customers to obtain information and support Risk Management activities

Support the management of company assets in accordance with policies, operating procedures, and agreement terms

Develop and carry out project action plans and complete team assignments

Provide operational and administrative support to Risk Management leaders and cross-functional partners

Build professional relationships within the department and across the company

Remain open and flexible to perform other duties as assigned

College credits equivalent to at least one year toward an undergraduate degree

Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with internal and external customers

Ability to organize detailed records and maintain accurate, complete documentation

Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple assignments, follow established processes, and meet deadlines

Ability to review information, identify relevant details, and support timely decisions

Availability to work full-time in Omaha, Nebraska, during the summer and an average of 1520 hours per week during the academic year, with flexibility around academic commitments

This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens

Maintain concentration, focus on tasks, and make timely decisions

Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

18 years of age or older

Standard office work environment