Summer 2019 Communications and Signals Internship
A Day in the Life of a C&S Intern
As an intern working with the Communication and Signals (C&S) team, you will assist field officers and staff on a variety of projects. Primary duties will include assisting with: testing and maintenance of C&S facilities, the installation and commissioning of C&S equipment and systems, accuracy verification of databases used in hump yards and train dispatching systems, revisions to electronic drawings and schematics, deployment of new technology, and other duties. Interns may also travel with a supervisor to field locations to ensure adherence to corporate and departmental standards and procedures.
What Makes a Successful Intern?
- Must have knowledge and operational skills in electronics combined with competency in computer software applications - knowledge of Windows, Access, Excel, and Word is preferred
- Willingness to travel and work outdoors is required, as well as a willingness to work extended hours when situations dictate
- General hands-on knowledge of electronic equipment with good troubleshooting and problem solving skills is helpful
Work Environment
- Willing to relocate anywhere throughout our 22 state network for the duration of the internship
- Work between the hours of 7 AM to 4 PM Monday - Friday plus additional hours as required, including occasional overnight travel
- Environment: Field
Education/Experience
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree
o Preferred Degree Paths: Electro-Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electronics Engineering Technology
Compensation
Freshman (27 or fewer credits) - $2,500/month
Sophomore (28 to 59 credits) - $2,800/month
Junior (60 to 89 credits) - $3,000 /month
Senior (90 or more credits) - $3,300/month
Graduate Student - $3,666/month
*Living stipend of $850/month is available to those who qualify.