Labor Relations Summer Intern 2023 (Paid)
Labor Relations Summer Intern 2023 (Paid)
Date: Sep 8, 2022
Location: Fort Worth, TX, US, 76131
Company: BNSF
APPLY EARLY AS THIS JOB MAY BE FILLED AT ANY TIME.
Who are we:
We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nations freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world. Come make a difference with us!
What makes us different:
At BNSF, we do not just talk about culture; we live it. As a team member, you would immediately experience how our culture is woven into our work. Our goal is for everyone to achieve their highest potential by focusing on safety, continuous improvement, plus personal and professional growth. As an employee at BNSF, we have multiple programs to ensure that you will be recognized and appreciated for all your impactful work.
We also have plenty of developmental opportunities to further your career! Many of our team members that joined BNSF have experienced multiple career paths that were completely unplanned to them. We make development a priority at BNSF.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture. We have been recognized by multiple organizations such as Forbes (Best Employer for Women and New College Grads), Military Times (Best for Vets), and the Human Rights Campaign (Best Place to Work) for our outstanding culture!
Intern Program:
The paid Summer Internship Program is an opportunity to experience what it’s like to be a full-time BNSF employee. As an intern at BNSF, you’ll be given real-life, impactful assignments that will put your skills and education into practice. Your summer project will combine classroom experience and real-life business situations to provide value-added work to BNSF.
The program is designed to identify students who will be hired by BNSF as full-time Management Trainees after they graduate. During your summer internship, you will get the chance to network with peers, our Business Resource Groups, and Senior Leaders throughout the BNSF network.
- Kick off the summer along with a group of interns for orientation in Fort Worth, Texas. Attend networking events and informal chats with subject-matter experts, partner with a mentor, and get first-hand experience working in preparation for a full-time management trainee position!
- Potential for an offer of a full-time position after the internship
- Explore a potential career path at BNSF with incredible opportunities for growth and the possibility of traveling our network
- Relocation and separate monthly housing stipend (starting at $800 a month!)
- Relocation assistance may be provided to interns who are moving more than 50 driving miles from their current residence.
- Competitive vision, dental, and medical care
- Access to comprehensive discounts on everyday items such as travel, fitness classes (partnership with Peloton), car dealerships, and even mortgages!
- Get connected! Join any of our company-sponsored business resource groups. There are plenty of networking opportunities within BNSF!
- Employee assistance programs to aid in work/life situations such as mental health, legal/financial questions, relationship support, and child/elder care plus more!
- Potential for an offer of a full-time position
Applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding potential interviews, testing, and hiring events for this position. Please check your e-mail on a daily basis.
Work Location: Fort Worth
Anticipated Start Date: June 2023
Number of Positions: 2
Salary Range: $3,906.25 per month
Applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding potential interviews, testing, and hiring events for this position. Please check your e-mail on a daily basis.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
An intern’s job duties will mainly include supporting ongoing projects while job shadowing Labor Relations officers with a focus on developing and furthering BNSF’s initiatives.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
- Develop industry knowledge by researching agreements and arbitration decisions in order to support Labor Relations officers with interpreting collective bargaining agreements
- Collaborate with Labor Relations officers to resolve labor disputes through grievance procedures, including the research and writing of responsive letters and formal briefs in support of BNSF’s position (this requires excellent writing skills)
- Provide support for labor claims conferences and assist in local labor agreement negotiations
- Build relationships with internal customers in Operations and rail union leaders
- Seek opportunities to further employee engagement, specifically with a heavily unionized workforce
Additionally, qualified candidates must be able to:
- Demonstrate leadership skills
- Work effectively in a team environment
- Express ideas and information in a clear and concise manner
- Recognize and respond effectively to unexpected situations and tight deadlines
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing task priorities and work situations
- Demonstrate ability to complete tasks regardless of obstacles
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Primarily indoors at the Fort Worth campus
- Some travel may be required
HOURS OF WORK:
- Hours are fairly regular (Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm) with a minimum of 40 hours per week
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher with a degree in Engineering or Construction Management OR a 2.75 or higher cumulative GPA with a non-Engineering degree.
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree or Graduate degree program at an accredited university at the time of application and throughout the duration of the internship
- Less than four (4) years of work experience in a professional work environment. When calculating work experience, please EXCLUDE internships or positions held while in high school or college.
- Authorization to work in the US without Company sponsorship now AND in the future
- Ability to relocate to Fort Worth, TX for the summer
- Valid Driver’s License
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
- Graduation date prior to September 1, 2024
- Proven leadership experience and excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in MS Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS:
- Criminal history
- Last 7 years of driving history
- Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
- Social Security number
- Education
MEDICAL REVIEW ELEMENTS
- Medical evaluation
- Drug Screen
- Other elements as needed
DRUG TEST ELEMENTS
BNSF is committed to a safe and drug free work place and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug free.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC): Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. A TWIC is a condition of employment for such positions and requires candidates to those positions to submit to a TSA security assessment (to include, but not limited to, providing: biographic information; identity documents; fingerprints; digital photograph). More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.
BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.