Corporate Communications Summer Intern 2027

About the Role

The Corporate Communications Summer Intern for 2027 at BNSF Railway offers students an opportunity to experience full-time employment, working on impactful assignments and projects that apply their skills and education. The Corporate Communications team manages internal and external communications, ensuring clear and consistent messaging, public relations, media relations, crisis communications, and employee engagement to support BNSF's business objectives.

• Work Location: Fort Worth, TX
• Anticipated Start Date: 06/07/2027
• Number of Positions: 1
• Monthly Salary: $4,375

Note: This is a full-time position. For certain positions, employees can work one day per week remotely. Travel may be required. Must have reliable transportation. Relocation is required if located more than 50 miles from Fort Worth, TX.

Key Responsibilities

• Writing company news and feature articles for internal websites and other communication channels.
• Supporting content development for employee mobile apps and social media outlets.
• Assisting with monitoring website statistics and social media usage using analytical tools.
• Assisting in graphic design for digital and print publications.
• Supporting special events, recognition programs, and conducting research and fact-checking for company communications.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Clear communication
• Adaptability
• Resilience

Note: Daily work is conducted in an indoor office environment.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States and at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire.
• Does not require BNSF’s assistance for employment authorization.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Communications, Journalism, or a similar degree program from an accredited university.
• Must maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA.
• Have LESS THAN three (3) years of professional work experience (excluding internships, part-time jobs, or positions held while pursuing a degree).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior intern experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Communications or Journalism.
• Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization.
• Pursuing a degree in Communications or Journalism.

Note: All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review, and pre-employment drug screen. Federal authority requires employees to obtain a TWIC for unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities.