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Field Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 (Various Locations)

Norfolk Southern
United States, Tennessee, Knoxville
7280 Old Rutledge Pike (Show on map)
Sep 08, 2025

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Summer 2026 Field Engineering Intern

As aField Engineering Intern, you'll work with ourMaintenance of Way and Structures (MW&S)field crews, officers, and staff on a variety of hands-on projects. Primary responsibilities include assisting with track inspections and performing maintenance across line-of-road and yard locations.

Interns will gain exposure to:



  • Train and track dynamics
  • Track inspection procedures
  • Basic railroad construction and maintenance operations
  • Field management and leadership skills


This internship is designed to immerse students in the day-to-day operations of MW&S and help determine if a career in field operations is the right fit.

What Makes a Successful Field Engineering Intern?



  • Commitment tosafety-our top priority
  • Interest in learning the railroad industry, especially field operations
  • Willingness to work hands-on in outdoor environments
  • Desire to developleadershipandcommunicationskills
  • Practical problem-solving abilities and general hands-on experience
  • Ability to lead by example-we call it Leading from the Front!



Work Environment



  • Relocationmay be required within our 22-state network; interns who relocate are eligible for a$850/month housing stipend
  • Typical schedule:7 AM to 5 PM, Monday-Friday, with additional extended hours,on-callhours, and occasionalovernight travel
  • This is asalariedposition
  • Expect to beoutdoors 95% of the timeand on your feet daily



Potential Training Locations Include (but are not limited to):
Atlanta, GA * Bellevue, OH * Birmingham, AL * Bluefield, WV * Chattanooga, TN * Chicago, IL * Cincinnati, OH * Columbia, PA * Conway, PA * Dalton, GA * Greensboro, NC * Harrisburg, PA * Kansas City, MO * Knoxville, TN * Macon, GA * Meridian, MS * Norfolk, VA * Pittsburgh, PA * Raleigh, NC * Roanoke, VA * St. Louis, MO * Toledo, OH * Valdosta, GA * and many more.

Education & Experience



  • Currently pursuing abachelor's or graduate degree
  • Preferred majors: Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, Construction Management, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biosystems Engineering
  • Other relevant degrees will be considered



Compensation



  • Compensation is based upon your Fall 2026 class standing
  • Freshman (27 credits):$3,430/month
  • Sophomore (28-59 credits):$3,768/month
  • Junior (60-89 credits):$4,107/month
  • Senior (90 credits):$4,347/month
  • Graduate Student:$5,126/month
  • Housing stipend:$850/month (for qualifying interns, this stipend is taxed)


Approximate Internship Timeline



  • Week 1: Internship begins around May 20, 2026, in McDonough, GA for training
  • Weeks 2-10: Work at your assigned internship location
  • Week 11: Internship Closeout event location TBD


Company Overview

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.

At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.



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