Co-op / Internship @ Norfolk Southern

Job Posting Title: Summer 2015 Co-op/Internship Research and Test

Posting Start Date: 08/11/2014

Job Title: Summer 2015 Co-op/Internship Research and Test

Company: Norfolk Southern is one of the nation's premier transportation companies specializing in freight railroading. We operate approximately 21,000 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serve every major container port in the eastern United States, and provide efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern has the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal and industrial products. We are a team of more than 28,000 employees working together to maintain our reputation as "The Thoroughbred of Transportation". As an industry leader, Norfolk Southern offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/Disability/Veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job Description

Co-op Requirements: Our co-op program requires an individual be a full-time college student, have a formal arrangement with their academic institution, and be able to alternate full-time work and school semesters. The student may alternate between work and study for two or more terms. Description: Student assists senior projects; conducts metallurgical and mechanical testing to determine properties of materials; uses a variety of equipment for electrical, vibration and dimensional checks; performs stress tests and analysis; polishes samples for microscopic evaluation; and performs computerized data analysis. There is also an opportunity for field work. Skills: Should be willing to study reference material to resolve problems, make suggestions for improvements and design projects.

Prefer: Students seeking degrees in Metallurgy or Materials Science with an emphasis on metals, and at least a 2.7 GPA overall and a 3.0 GPA in major. Salary for this full-time position depends on class level at the time of employment.

Work Period: Spring, Summer, Fall 
Work Location: VA-Roanoke 
Hours: Monday - Friday - 8 AM - 5 PM (May vary) 
Compensation: All co-ops will be paid according to the following salary rates:

Freshman $2375/mo

Sophomore $2667/mo

Junior $2875/mo

Senior $3125/mo

Graduate $3500/mo

*Temporary living allowance is available to those who qualify.

Relocation assistance is available to those who qualify.