Mechanical Locomotive Ops & Reliability Internship

Internship Summary: 

• This is a 10 Week Summer Internship Program starting on May 26, 2026, and ending July 31, 2026.  

• CSX provides optional intern housing for the duration of the 10-week program, as long as the selected intern meets eligibility criteria 

• Competitive hourly pay 

• Up to 5% travel

• The Summer Internship Program will include: cross-functional learning, local onsite visits, Executive networking sessions, lunch & learn, and more 

Primary Activities and Responsibilities:

• Partner with multiple departments (Locomotive Management, Mechanical Car/Locomotive and Transportation) to support the CSX Network while also providing reliable mechanical equipment.

• Assist with monitoring and reporting locomotive utilization across the CSX Network.

• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by Manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Finance, Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Logistics or a related major field of study from an accredited institution.

• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4-point scale).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Anticipated graduation within a year after the end of the internship

Knowledge and Skills:

• Written and oral communication skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)

• Analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills

• Time management and organizational skills

• Ability to independently manage assignments

• Ability to communicate effectively and build working relationships at all levels of an organization

Job Requirements:

• Work hours may vary in length and schedule (may include a non- standard workweek)

• Communicate effectively with senior leadership/executive audiences

• Work within established deadlines

• Willing and able to work days and hours as assigned

• Successfully complete a background check and drug test

Environmental Conditions:

• Work in an office environment

• 5% Travel

Safety Commitment:

Safety is a way of life at CSX, encompassing every aspect of company operations. Guided by a policy of ensuring the safety of our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve, CSX works relentlessly to prevent accidents and injuries. Not only is it the right thing to do, but when a company puts safety first, everyone benefits: the employees and their families, the customers, and the communities.

Company Profile:

CSX Corporation, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a multi-modal freight transportation company serving customers across North America. Through its primary subsidiary, CSX operates the largest railroad in the eastern United States with operations in 23 states, the District of Columbia, and two Canadian provinces. CSX also includes an integrated intermodal company which serves customers with its own truck and terminal operations as well as a dedicated domestic container fleet. Other CSX subsidiaries provide technology and real estate support to the company. These subsidiaries combine to allow CSX to deliver efficient freight alternatives to customers in a variety of industries, including coal, chemicals, automobiles, metals, agricultural and forest products, food and consumer goods.