Summer Intern – Financial Analysis

Job Description

Accounting/Finance Summer Intern (Topeka, KS) 2027 | BNSF Railway

The Tone:
This is an internship at BNSF Railway, located in Topeka, KS. BNSF Railway is one of the largest U.S. railroads, responsible for transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces, moving essential products and materials that support communities globally. This role offers students a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis and reporting within a vital industry. The company is committed to a culture that values safety, inclusion, and excellence, ensuring all employees have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Topeka, KS
• Pay: $4,500 monthly
• Team: Finance Department
• Mission: Gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting under the guidance of experienced professionals, working on real, impactful projects within the freight transportation industry.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Reporting: Prepare internal and external financial reports, performing account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Research: Conduct contract research and securely maintain confidential financial information.
• System Support: Assist in testing financial system changes and enhancements, and respond to ad-hoc data requests.
• Relationship Building: Build strong relationships with customers, employees, and business partners by resolving issues and driving continuous improvement.
• Learning & Development: Gain practical exposure to diverse financial areas, including Payroll Services, Revenue Management, and Technology Management.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university.
• Experience: Less than three (3) years of professional work experience, excluding internships, part-time jobs, or positions held while pursuing an undergraduate and/or graduate degree.
• Skills: Legally authorized to work in the United States and will be at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire; must maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA; possess leadership, teamwork, clear communication, adaptability, and resilience to meet deadlines.
• Bonus: Intention to pursue a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license; prior intern experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Accounting or Finance; have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization.