Mechanical Engineering Internship - Summer 2027 (Paid)

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Intern will support the Mechanical Operations department by managing multiple asset utilization and repair projects across the CSX Network. There will be a focus on concentration of mechanical equipment reliability, exposure to a variety of data analytics, and technology reporting tools. This program is a paid 12-month internship based in Jacksonville, FL.

*This program is a paid 12-month internship based in Jacksonville, FL. The selected candidate will work full-time in office during the summer (5/24/27 to 7/30/27), and in-office for the remainder of the internship (scheduling to be coordinated around class schedule) *

What You'll Experience

• Location: CSX Headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida (on-site)

• Housing Support: Eligible interns may receive complimentary housing for the duration of the program. Travel, transportation, and other personal expenses are not provided.

• Competitive Compensation: Earn competitive hourly pay while gaining valuable professional experience.

• Professional Development Opportunities: Enhance your skills through executive networking events, lunch & learn sessions, local site visits, community service activities, cross-functional exposure, and networking opportunities designed to help you build meaningful connections across CSX. 

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Review, design and implement analytics platform to monitor mechanical car reliability, repair and production
• Partners with multiple departments (Facilities, Mechanical Car/Locomotive and Transportation) to support the CSX Network while also providing reliable mechanical equipment.
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities assigned by Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age. 
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Finance, Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Logistics or a related major field of study from an accredited institution.
• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4-point scale).

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in Engineering, Statistics, Business Analytics, Logistics or a related major field of study from an accredited institution.
• Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0 (based on a 4-point scale).
• 1 or more years of non-supervisory experience required in Finance, Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Business Analytics, or Logistics

Knowledge and Skills

• Written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Knowledge of analytics tools/products (Power BI, Tableau, SQL, R, Python)
• Analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
• Time management and organizational skills
• Ability to independently manage assignments
• Ability to communicate effectively and build working relationships at all levels of an organization

 Job Requirements

• Work hours may vary in length and schedule (may include a non-standard workweek)
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership/executive audiences
• Work within established deadlines
• Willing and able to the days and hours as assigned
• Successfully complete a background check and drug test

Environmental Conditions

• Work in an office environment
• 10% Travel (less than once a month)

Safety Commitment

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.

 Company Profile

CSX Corporation, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a multi-modal freight transportation company serving customers across North America.  Through its primary subsidiary, CSX operates the largest railroad in the eastern United States with operations in 23 states, the District of Columbia, and two Canadian provinces.  CSX also includes an integrated intermodal company which serves customers with its own truck and terminal operations as well as a dedicated domestic container fleet.  Other CSX subsidiaries provide technology and real estate support to the company.  These subsidiaries combined to allow CSX to deliver efficient freight alternatives to customers in a variety of industries, including coal, chemicals, automobiles, metals, agricultural and forest products, food and consumer goods.