Technology Services Management Trainee (Fort Worth, TX) 2025 - Military Veterans

Be part of a team that values safety, diversity, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation’s freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.  

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Come make a difference with us!

Learn more about BNSF and our Benefits

Job Location: Fort Worth
Other Potential Locations: Fort Worth, TX 
Anticipated Start Date: 2/3/2025, 6/16/205, or 9/8/2025
Number of Positions: 10 
Annual Salary: $78,000

As a Technology Services Management Trainee at BNSF, it is designed for ambitious graduates eager to dive into the tech side of the transportation industry. Through a comprehensive training program, you'll gain in-depth knowledge across various technology domains, including software development, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity, while enhancing your leadership and management skills. Hands-on projects and mentorship opportunities will equip you to tackle BNSF's technology challenges head-on, preparing you for a significant role in driving the company's efficiency and reliability. This role serves as the foundation for a rewarding career, allowing for growth within the company and the chance to influence the future of railroad technology services.

Learn more about our Management Trainee Program

This is a full-time position located in Fort Worth, TX.  For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely.  Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.

Travel is minimal, must have reliable transportation to and from work. 

Relocation is required if located more than 50 miles from the location. 

Applicants will be notified via e-mail regarding potential interviews, testing, and hiring events for this position.  Please check your e-mail daily.   

Key responsibilities may include: 

Develop and implement critical transportation applications to improve BNSF's operational efficiency.

Support infrastructure projects by enhancing network and security infrastructure. 

Use analytics tools, such as train sensors, machine vision, drones, and more, to interpret and visualize data, supporting decision-making and operational insights.

Gain knowledge of critical safety system design, data modeling, data science principals’, .NET, C/C++, Python software development, web development custom designed frameworks, project management, and various internal systems.

Be exposed to the methodologies and principles associated with critical systems that demand a highly available and safe infrastructure. 

Opportunities within the program offer exposure to a diverse set of areas including:

• Software Development and Engineering:
• Telecommunications (Telecom)
• Enterprise Intelligence/Analytics and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) 
• Infrastructure
• Cyber Security 

• SAP Development 
• System Architecture 

• Project Management 
• Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence Model Training and Development 
• Organizational Change Management 
• Machine Vision and Image Analytics 

• Cloud Engineering and Administration 
• Automation and Robotics, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) 
• User Experience Design (UX) 

 Daily work is conducted in an indoor office environment.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States and will be at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire.
• Does not require sponsorship to obtain, maintain, or extend authorization to work in the United States. (For example, H1-B Visa or STEM OPT)
• Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Computer Science related degree program from an accredited university OR I have obtained a degree in a program listed above.
• Have and will maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA.
• Have LESS THAN three (3) years of professional work experience, EXCLUDING internships, part-time jobs, or positions held while pursuing my undergraduate and/or graduate degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior intern experience or less than 3 years of work experience in technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization.
• Completed a degree (or anticipated degree) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Decision Science, or Cyber Security.

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program) 
• Generous leave / time off policies.
• For more information, visit Benefits.

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process.  Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.  More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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