Finance Internship

About the Role

CSX is a Fortune 500 company seeking future business leaders for a 10-week summer immersion into CSX methods and culture within the Finance Department. Interns will complete real-world assignments, working with leaders to improve decision-making and financial performance. This internship provides exposure to corporate finance and an opportunity for CSX to recruit talent. Interns will contribute to key business priorities and strategic initiatives, gaining exposure to senior and executive leadership, and will present their findings and recommendations to executive leadership at the conclusion of the program. High-performing interns may be considered for future full-time opportunities upon graduation.

Internship Details

• Duration: 10-Week Summer Internship Program (May 24, 2027 – July 30, 2027)
• Location: CSX Headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida (on-site)
• Compensation: Competitive hourly pay
• Housing: Eligible interns may receive complimentary housing; travel and personal expenses are not provided.
• Professional Development: Executive networking events, lunch & learn sessions, local site visits, community service activities, cross-functional exposure, and networking opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete identified finance projects, including day-to-day activities of a finance professional.
• Contribute to projects supporting major business initiatives and influencing company decision-making.
• Develop and utilize financial models to quantify benefits and drive sound, fact-based economic decisions.
• Provide analytical support for operations reviews, resource allocations, and financial valuations.
• Guide the development of short- and long-term forecasts, plans, and strategies.
• Leverage data analytics, automation, business intelligence, and AI-enabled tools to analyze business performance and support decision-making.
• Cultivate relationships with internal business partners to analyze marketing, operating, and capital projects, understanding economic tradeoffs.
• Consult and communicate analyses through presentations to senior management and business partners.
• Present project findings, recommendations, and key insights to executive leadership.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Be available to work up to 40 hours per week for the 10-week program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Academic distinction with financial or quantitative interest/talent.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations to a senior level audience.

Qualifications

• Be a rising senior or graduate student enrolled in an accredited college or university with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.
• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a related major field of study from an accredited institution.
• Preferred majors and areas of study: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, Information Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science.
• Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.5 (on a 4-point scale).
• Graduate students actively pursuing a master's degree in a relevant field.
• Previous internship, co-op, part-time, or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, volunteer activities, or campus involvement.