System Safety Summer Intern (Paid) 2025 (Fort Worth, TX)

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s 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.  

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits

Work Location: Fort Worth 

Internship Duration: 06/09/2025 - 08/01/2025

Number of Positions: 1 

Monthly Salary: $4,875 per month 

As a paid Summer Intern for the System Safety team, BNSF Railway provides students with a hands-on immersion into the operational support of rail transportation, covering areas like safety data analysis, government regulatory compliance, and safety communications. Throughout the internship, you will gain practical experience and deepen your understanding of BNSF's dedication to a positive safety culture that helps protect our employees, contractors, customers, and the communities we serve. By working closely with experienced professionals on real-world projects, you will enhance your skills and knowledge, setting a solid foundation for a potential career in the transportation industry. Successful Interns may be hired as full-time Management Trainees upon graduation.

Learn more about our Summer Intern Program     

This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX.  

Travel is minimal, must have reliable transportation to and from work.    

Relocation is required if located more than 50 miles from the location.   

Training will start with a two-day orientation in Fort Worth, Texas, offering a company overview and networking with leaders. This will be followed by support of ongoing projects and practical training with the department.    

Key responsibilities may include: 

Learning to manage reports of injury, rail equipment and highway grade crossing incidents. 

Monitoring hours of service compliance data. 

Interacting with Operations departments to compile and review information. 

Producing various reports to monitor safety performance.

Possess leadership, teamwork, clear communication, adaptability, and resilience to overcome obstacles and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.  

Daily work is conducted in an indoor office environment. 

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.   

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States and will be at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire.
• Does not require sponsorship to obtain, maintain, or extend authorization to work in the United States. (For example, H1-B Visa or STEM OPT)
• Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Occupational Safety, Logistics, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, Business, Communications, Technical, OR a similar degree program from an accredited university.
• Have and will maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA.
• Have LESS THAN three (3) years of professional work experience, EXCLUDING internships, part-time jobs, or positions held while pursuing my undergraduate and/or graduate degree.
• Have access to reliable transportation for the duration of the internship to and from my assigned BNSF location.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior intern experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Safety, Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Data Analytics or a related field.
• Knowledge of Tableau or similar programs.
• Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization.
• Pursuing a degree in Occupational Safety.

   At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program) 
• Generous leave / time off policies.
• For more information, visit Benefits.

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process.  Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.  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.

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