Clearance Network Operations Internship - Summer 2026 (Paid)

October 27, 2025

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Internship Summary: CSX is a Fortune 250 company seeking future business leaders to help foster growth, efficiency and innovation. The selected intern will contribute over a ten week immersion into Network Operations as experienced through CSX methods and culture. This individual will complete challenging real-world assignments, working hand in hand with leaders across the company to support its strategic messages and exposure to corporate leadership. This internship provides an opportunity for candidates to gain market experience at a dynamic, large-cap company while allowing CSX to actively recruit tomorrow’s best talent. This position will learn basic network operations, be introduced to internal CSX Clearance Bureau operations and associated analysis to collect external/internal customer front end requests, convert to actionable movement operation and develop work/develop internal Power BI dashboard/reports and SalesForce data extraction. This program is a paid 10 week internship and will based in Jacksonville, FL.Internship Details:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">This is a 10 Week Summer Internship Program starting on May 26, 2026 and ending July 31, 2026. (Location: CSX HQ or minimal hybrid/remote)</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">CSX provides optional intern housing for the duration of the 10-week program, as long as the selected intern meets eligibility criteria</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Competitive hourly pay</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Up to 10% travel</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">The Summer Internship Program will include:<ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list 1.0in;">Cross-functional learning, Local Onsite Visits, Executive Networking Sessions and Lunch & Learns and more</li></ul></li></ul>Primary Activities and Responsibilities:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Learn CSX Transportation Network Operations</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Field Study - Site visits to include observing clearance survey and yard operations </li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Update and create dashboards/data analysis in Power BI and Salesforce</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Process data to make dimensional clearance analysis process improvements</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Assist in technology refresh for current business practices</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Must be at least 18 years of age </li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Business, Logistics, Civil Engineering, or Industrial Engineering Bachelor’s degree in progress through an accredited institution or related major field of study</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4-point scale)</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Major or Concentration in Logistics, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related major field of study</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Anticipated graduation within a year after the end of the internship</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.5 (based on a 4-point scale)</li></ul>Knowledge and Skills:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership/executive audiences</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ability to communicate effectively </li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Data analytics ability</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Written and oral communication skills</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, PowerBi); Strong Microsoft Excel ability </li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Analytical, quantitative, and problem solving skills</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Time management and organizational skills</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ability to independently manage assignments</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ability to communicate effectively and build working relationships at all levels of an organization</li></ul>Job Requirements:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Work hours may vary in length and schedule (may include a non- standard workweek)</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Work outside in all weather conditions</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Wear protective equipment such as hard hat, hearing protection, steel-toe boots, safety vest, and safety glasses</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Communicate effectively with senior leadership/executive audiences</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Work within established deadlines</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Willing and able to work different shifts as assigned in a 24/7 operation (including weekends and holidays)</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Successfully complete a background check and drug test</li></ul>Environmental Conditions<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Work in an office environment</li><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">10% Travel</li></ul>Safety Commitment<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="background-color:white;color:#333333;line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Safety is a way of life at CSX, encompassing every aspect of company operations. Guided by a policy of ensuring the safety of our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve, CSX works relentlessly to prevent accidents and injuries. Not only is it the right thing to do, but when a company puts safety first, everyone benefits: the employees and their families, the customers, and the communities.</li></ul>Availability: <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li style="line-height:normal;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ability to commit to 10 weeks for a full-time internship (May 26, 2026 - July 31, 2026) </li></ul>

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