Summer Intern - Technology

Date: Sep 1, 2026 Location: Reference Number: 5089 Department: Technology 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 As a Summer Intern in our Technology Department, you will gain first-hand experience working in our Application Development, Cybersecurity, or Infrastructure/Platform teams. These teams enable our business operations by building secure systems and platforms that provide employees and customers visibility into, and automation across, one of America's largest transportation logistics networks. In this role, you will have extensive contact with peers and interaction with senior leaders. You will have the opportunity to apply leadership, technical, and business skills to real-world projects while leveraging technologies and concepts such as software development, data networking, data science, and cybersecurity to solve problems and deliver value. This is a full-time summer internship based in Omaha, Nebraska. This opportunity requires in-person work in Omaha during the summer months (mid-May through early August). Union Pacific provides relocation stipends and housing accommodations for qualified students living more than 65 miles from Omaha. The estimated wage for this position is between $22 and $28 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Accountabilities Learn and perform the core processes and work tasks required to build and support secure and highly available enterprise software applications and platforms Participate in design sessions, sprint planning and code reviews Track and maintain status of projects using tools such as JIRA Build and strengthen a network of professional contacts within departments and across the company Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications - Required Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related field Completed, or will have completed by the internship start date, coursework equivalent to at least one year toward an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, or a related field Availability to work full-time in Omaha, Nebraska, during the summer internship program (mid-May through early August) Basic organization and prioritization skills Basic time and project management skills Proficient verbal and written communication skills Qualifications - Preferred Experience in an object oriented programming language, such as Java, Python, or C++ Physical and Mental Job Requirements This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens Maintains concentration, focuses on tasks and can make timely decisions Work Conditions Authorized to work in the United States without company 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, casual, and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home (as the job allows) Ongoing learning and development opportunities On-site amenities at Union Pacific Center headquarters, including a cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), and federal credit union 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.