Summer Intern - Marketing & Sales

Date: Aug 31, 2026 Location: Reference Number: 5081 Department: Marketing & Sales Closing Date: Apply early as this job may be filled at any time. 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? Are you ready to be part of a team of high-energy, hard-working individuals who value collaboration and are dedicated to making a difference in the transportation industry? Join Union Pacific’s Marketing & Sales (M&S) department as a year-round intern and gain hands-on experience while contributing to how we help build America. With over 160 years of experience, Union Pacific offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders and be part of a company that values innovation and continuous improvement. Interns will build knowledge and experience in our core business groups—learning their vision, objectives, processes, systems, and services. You’ll work closely with peers and have opportunities to interact with senior leaders, putting your leadership, technical skills, and business knowledge to immediate use through high-value project assignments. This opportunity requires in-person work in Omaha, NE during the summer months (mid-May through early August). Union Pacific provides relocation stipends and housing accommodations for students living more than 65 miles from Omaha. The estimated wage for this position is $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. Accountabilities Support Core Business Operations: Learn and assist with essential department tasks, processes, and customer service activities, directly supporting our front-line Sales team Contribute to Growth Initiatives: Support customer outreach, business development efforts, and help identify new market opportunities Support Our Teams: Provide administrative assistance to teams, helping keep projects and operations running smoothly Collaborate on Projects: Develop and execute action plans for team projects, working collaboratively to improve internal processes and enhance both customer and employee satisfaction Build Professional Networks: Engage with professionals across departments and build meaningful connections throughout the company Manage Real Initiatives: Assist with project management and take ownership of special assignments that make a real impact Use Industry Tools: Use platforms like Salesforce and Tableau to document work, communicate effectively with the M&S team, and generate reports to support sales initiatives Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications - Required College credits equivalent to one (1) year or more toward an undergraduate or graduate degree Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Basic organization AND prioritization skills Basic time and project management skills Proficient verbal and written communication skills Qualifications - Preferred College credits toward a degree in Business Administration, Business Intelligence & Analytics, Economics, Marketing, or Management Experience with data analysis tools (e.g, Excel, Tableau) Familiarity with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) Physical and Mental Job Requirements This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens Maintain concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions Work Conditions Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship 18 years of age or older Standard office work environment What we offer: Housing, Transportation, and Relocation stipends for qualified candidates A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture A flexible and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home (as the job allows) 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 Background Check Investigation * State & Federal criminal history * Last 7 years of employment history to include military service * Education * Prior drug history * Professional license or certification, if applicable to role * Driving history, if applicable to role Please click here to review Union Pacific's policy regarding background investigations. Medical Review * Medical Evaluation * Drug Screen * Fitness-for-duty assessment to ensure that candidates can safely perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation * Color vision exam, if applicable to role Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Union Pacific is an equal opportunity employer here . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Union Pacific is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment of individuals with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation in the application process, please use this link here to submit a request.