Human Resources Summer Intern (Paid) (Fort Worth, TX) 2026

BNSF Railway • Fort Worth, TX

132d • $4,375

About The Position

As a paid Summer Intern for the Human Resources Management Department at BNSF Railway, you will delve into the complexities of HR in a leading transportation company. Interns will gain hands-on experience across various HR/Medical functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, and organizational development, contributing to strategic HR initiatives. This enables our team to meet customer expectations with efficiency and safety. The program offers professional development workshops and mentorship from HR leaders, enhancing interns' HR skills and industry knowledge. This immersive experience prepares interns for a successful career in HR, aligning their growth with the operational excellence of BNSF. Successful Interns may be hired as full-time Management Trainees upon graduation.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States and will be at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire.
• Does not require BNSF’s assistance, now or in the future, to obtain, maintain, or extend employment authorization.
• Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business, 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior intern experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Human Resources or a related field.
• Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization.
• Pursuing a degree in Human Resources or Industrial Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in projects that will influence business decisions and impact the organization's future.
• Partner with HR teams to share insights and propose recommendations and present proposals to team leaders and Sr HR leaders.
• Participate in various HR department activities such as hiring, performance management, talent development to gain exposure to these processes across the organization and develop more insight into HR’s impact on the organization.
• Possess leadership, teamwork, clear communication, adaptability, and resilience to overcome obstacles and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees