Engineering (Network Control Systems) Summer Intern (Paid) 2025 (Fort Worth, TX)

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, 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: Fort Worth, TX 

Internship Duration: 6/9/2025 - 8/1/2025

Number of Positions: 2 

Monthly Salary: $4,875 per month 

As a paid Summer Intern in the Network Control Systems Engineering department, students are immersed in the technology and engineering fields centered around the vital network control systems that ensure our railway network's safety and efficiency. The program offers interns the chance to tackle real-world challenges alongside experienced engineers. Through this hands-on experience, interns enhance their technical and problem-solving skills and gain invaluable insights into the operations of one of North America's leading railroad companies. Ultimately, our Summer Internship Program aims to identify students for our Management Trainee Program, a direct path to joining one of North America's leading railroad companies’ post-graduation.

Learn more about our Summer Intern Program  

This is a full-time position primarily in an office environment, with some field activities. 

Travel is minimal, with up to 25% travel required for the role; candidates must have reliable transportation to and from work, and Relocation is required for individuals located more than 50 miles from the workplace.

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:

Design, Develop, Deploy, and Maintain the critical Train Control Systems that enable BNSF to move trains safely and efficiently across the network.

Support the systems responsible for monitoring and assessing system health, measuring KPIs, collecting and analyzing large amounts of data utilizing data science principles, and Laser mapping the network to ensure the digital railroad infrastructure is in sync with the physical one.

Gain knowledge of critical safety system design, data modeling, data science principals’, GIS Systems, LiDAR mobile mapping, .NET, C/C++, Python software development, web development custom designed frameworks, project management, and locomotive systems.

Be exposed to the methodologies, principles, and design considerations associated with critical systems that demand a highly available and fault-tolerant infrastructure. 

Opportunities within the program offer exposure to a diverse set of areas including Business Intelligence/Analytics, Database Administration, Information Security, Network Management, SAP Development, Sensory Technology, System Architecture, Project Management, Telecommunications/Positive Train Control, and GIS.

Daily work<