Year Round Intern - Human Resources

Union Pacific
Omaha, Nebraska, United StatesPosted Sep 2, 2026
HR / PeopleYear-round

About the role

Reference Number: 5147 Department: Human Resources Closing Date: We encourage you to apply early, as this position may be filled before the anticipated closing date.

If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application. Description Are you a creative problem solver with strong analytical skills? Union Pacific Railroad is seeking motivated, collaborative students who are eager to make an impact in the transportation industry. Join our year-round Human Resources Internship Program and gain hands-on experience supporting the people and programs that help move America forward.

As an intern, you'll gain exposure to Union Pacific's business operations, objectives, processes, and services while working on meaningful projects with real business impact. You'll collaborate with HR professionals, build your technical and leadership skills, and interact with peers and senior leaders across the organization.

This opportunity is intended for undergraduate students at the junior level or below who are enrolled in a college or university within commuting distance of Omaha, Nebraska, and have an interest in developing hands-on Human Resources experience. The work schedule is flexible and can be designed to accommodate the course commitments of the successful candidate. A flexible work schedule includes an average of 15–25 hours per week during the academic year, with up to 40 hours per week available during the summer months.

Internship opportunities are available across three Human Resources teams: Talent Acquisition, Culture, and Benefits. Depending on placement, interns will contribute to strategic initiatives, manage projects, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and gain valuable insight into how Human Resources supports Union Pacific's workforce and business goals.

The estimated wage for this position is between $21.00 -$25.00 per hour. Final rate of pay will be b

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