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Canadian Pacific Kansas City

Engineering Internship

Canadian Pacific Kansas City, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873


Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves!Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network.Visit cpkcr.com tolearn about the CPKCadvantage, our purpose and culture.PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:An exciting ( paid ) opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the dynamic, fast-paced Railway industry! This position runs full time from May 2025 to August 2025 (potential for Fall part-time work in 2025) and will provide you with a project to independently manage, while receiving support from an assigned leader and mentor. Projects are scoped in alignment with your term length, are based mainly in the office, and typically will focus on asset management.POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:Ability to locate, understand, communicate and summarize industry agreementsCreate yard schematics from Google Earth across the system using AutoCADAsset enrichment template creation and data entryAssist operations of LiDAR CollectionHi-Rail with Roadmasters and Inspectors learning day to day Engineering railroad operationsMaybe traveling across theCPKC network (anywhere from Kansas City, MO to Laredo, TX)Possibility of being away from home office for up to two weeks at a time while traveling the network (all costs covered by CPKC)Hourly rate for 2nd year student is $25.80, 3rd year $29.48 and 4th year $31.32POSITION REQUIREMENTS:Entering 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of studies in a Civil or Mechanical Engineering ProgramValid Drivers licenseProficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, AutoCAD is a bonusMust have good organization skills, and be able to work under pressureAbility to work independently or as part of a teamAbility to work long hours with changing work scheduleDrug Test Elements:CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public. All new hires are required to undergo a drug screen. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping CPKC safe and drug free.Background Investigation:The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:Criminal history checkReference checkEducation verificationDriver's License VerificationLast 3 years of driving historyLast 7 years of employment history; includes military serviceSocial Security number verificationCPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Req ID: 103358Department: EngineeringJob Type: Summer StudentPosition Type: Non-UnionLocation: Bensenville, IllinoisCountry: United States% of Travel: 0-10%# of Positions: 5Compensation Rate: $28.80 to $31.32Job Available to: Students#LI-CD1