Labor Relations Summer Intern (Paid) 2026

BNSF Railway • Fort Worth, TX

116d • $5,000 - $5,000

About The Position

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, 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! As a paid Summer Intern for the Labor Relations department, students will have the chance to experience life as a full-time employee, working on impactful, real-life assignments and projects that apply their skills and education. Within the Labor Relations department, the mission is to foster relationships between BNSF, its union employees, and their representatives, ensuring safe, rewarding work and efficient, customer-driven transportation by managing and interpreting collective bargaining agreements. 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 Labor Relations, Labor Studies, Employment Relations, Business, Management, Legal Studies, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, 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/military service, 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior intern experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Labor Relations, Business, Human Resources, Legal or a related field.
• Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing projects while job shadowing Labor Relations officers with a focus on developing and furthering BNSF’s initiatives.
• Develop industry knowledge by researching agreements and arbitration decisions 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents, 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