Mechanical (Shop Environment) Summer Intern 2026

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!

 

Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits

 

 

Work Location: Belen, NM; Fort Worth, TX; Havelock, NE; Havre, MT; Kansas City, KS; Northtown, MN; Topeka, KS 

Anticipated Start Date: 06/01/2026 

Number of Positions: 10 

Monthly Salary: $5,000 

 

As a Summer Intern in the Mechanical department, students have an opportunity to delve into railway mechanics and operations. Interns work closely with experienced professionals, applying academic knowledge to real-world challenges and gaining insights into maintenance, troubleshooting, and innovation. This program is designed to enhance technical skills, promote professional development, and provide a comprehensive understanding of the railway industry. Join us for an unforgettable summer that prepares you for a successful mechanical operations and leadership career. Successful Interns may be hired as full-time Management Trainees upon graduation.   

 

 Learn more about our Summer Intern Program  

 

This is a full-time (minimum 40hrs/wk) position in a 24x7 operations environment, subject to on-call, overtime, nights, alternating shifts, weekends, and holidays.  

Travel and Relocation is required for the summer, must be flexible with their location, as they could be moved depending on business needs. Must have reliable transportation to and from work. 

Training will start with a two-day orientation in Fort Worth, Texas, offering a company overview and networking with leaders, followed by support on ongoing projects and practical field training at an assigned location. 

 

Applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding potential interviews, testing, and hiring events for this position.  Please check your e-mail daily.   

 

Key Responsibilities: 

**This role does not involve design of railcars, locomotives, or other equipment.**

Maintain the locomotives and freight cars that operate on BNSF’s network.

Responsible for the safety of their teams.  

Manage project and communication with project stakeholders. 

Opportunity to shadow mechanical supervisors and craft employees; work on projects; and assist in supervising, monitoring, and inspecting the maintenance and repair of locomotives and freight cars. 

Possess leadership, teamwork, clear communication, adaptability, and resilience to overcome obstacles and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.

Daily work is conducted in an indoor/outdoor safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, climbing ladders, walking on uneven or elevated surfaces and heavy/movin