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Reference Number: 2145 Department: Workforce Resources Closing Date: 11/08/2024 Job Level: 99 The salary range for this position is $20.00-$23.00. If you wish to solicit an employee referral for this position, please ensure the employee submits the referral prior to submitting your application. Description Are you a creative problem solver with strong analytical skills? Union Pacific Railroad is looking for high-energy, hard-working individuals who value teamwork and are dedicated to making a difference in the transportation industry. We love thinking smart, innovating and moving fast to solve problems. Experience a year-round internship in our Human Resources department and help us revolutionize the way we build America. As an intern, you will build knowledge and experience in our core business groups and their vision, business objectives, processes, systems, and services. You will have extensive contact with peers and interaction with senior leaders. There will also be an opportunity to put leadership, technical skills, and business knowledge to immediate use through high value project assignments. The Human Resources department is seeking students of junior status or below who are interested in working year round. Work full-time during our summer internship period (mid-May to about the first week in August), then work a part-time schedule while in school. Work schedules and hours will be flexibly designed to accommodate class schedules; however, availability to work 15-25 hours per week in person at UP Center in Omaha, Nebraska and virtually when needed, is required. This Internship opportunity is on our Benefits team. You will be assigned projects equivalent to those of any Human Resources analyst and will be given the opportunity to manage a project from start to finish. The estimated wage for this position is between $20-$23 per hour. Final rate of pay will be based on several factors including year of study, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Accountabilities Oversee daily administration for craft professional benefits Understand plan design, system functions and eligibility rules for benefits Research and respond to daily employee inquiries Perform monthly audits Act as a liaison between vendors, departments and employees Communicate with the Railroad Retirement Board to determine employment/retirement status Research and respond to multiple benefit carrier inquiries via email Collaborate with other departments to determine employment status Continuous improvement to enhance service and productivity Build/update standard work as work processes evolve Support cross-functional projects and/or strategic initiatives Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications - Required College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree Proficient verbal and written communication skills Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills Qualifications - Preferred College credits equivalent to one year toward an undergraduate degree Proficient verbal and written communication skills Basic organization, prioritization and time/project management skills Physical and Mental Job Requirements This position requires extended periods of sitting and extended hours in front of computer screens Work Conditions Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship 18 years of age or older Standard office work environment What we offer: Housing qualified candidates A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture A flexible and hybrid work environment that allows you to work on-site and from home (as the job allows) On-site cafeteria (with employee discount), fitness center (free to employees), federal credit union, all in Union Pacific Center headquarters building in Omaha, Nebraska Competitive compensation Engaging activities with other interns and educational visits to Union Pacific facilities Background Check Investigation * State & Federal criminal history * Last 7 years of employment history to include military service * Education * Prior drug history * Professional license or certification, if applicable to role * Driving history, if applicable to role Please click here to review Union Pacific's policy regarding background investigations. Medical Review * Medical Evaluation * Drug Screen * Fitness-for-duty assessment to ensure that candidates can safely perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation * Color vision exam, if applicable to role Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Union Pacific supports diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer here . Union Pacific is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce where equal employment opportunities are available without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, religion, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, or genetic information. Union Pacific strictly prohibits any discrimination or harassment based on protected status. Union Pacific is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment of individuals with disabilities. To request a disability accommodation in the application process, please use this link here to submit a request. Inclusion Statement Union Pacific's commitment to diversity and inclusion is based on our desire to create an environment where people can be their best, personally and professionally. Our employees are unique individuals. Our diverse perspectives come from many sources including gender, race, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and veteran status.As America's railroad, Union Pacific has an innate responsibility to speak out against all forms of discrimination while creating an environment where all can see themselves belonging and succeeding. Union Pacific

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