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Norfolk Southern is a Fortune 300 transportation company specializing in freight railroading. Norfolk Southern Corporation, a Virginia -based holding company, has been in business for over 100 years and is the nation's safest and most efficient railroad. NS has co-op opportunities for individuals with a desire for excellence.
Vision: Be the safest, most customer-focused and successful transportation company in the world
Prefer: Freshman or Sophomore Civil Engineering (Design & Construction emphasis) candidates with at least a 2.7/4.0 GPA overall; 2.7/4.0 in major. No relocation, travel or living expenses are provided. Salary for this full-time position depends on class level at the time of employment.
All co-ops who are active employees on or after January 1, 2005, will be paid according to the following:
| Class Standing | Monthly Salary |
| Freshman | $1920 |
| Sophomore | $2125 |
| Junior | $2335 |
| Senior | $2545 |
| Graduate | $2835 |
| Location: | Norfolk Southern - Atlanta, GA |
| Work Period: | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Hours: | Monday through Friday; generally 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, but may vary May through August (semesters) or June through September (quarters) |
| Reports To: | Utility/Contracts & Administration Engineer |
Description: Co-op will gain knowledge of the design and construction operations of a Fortune 100 railroad by working in a multifaceted support role under the guidance of an Engineer. Responsibilities include 70-75% outside work surveying and in office doing plans.
Skills: Student must be well versed in mechanical drawing software such as AutoCAD. Candidate must be flexible to assist engineers in surveying, drafting, and performing office duties, as well as have an interest in design and construction.
How to apply: Interested students must be registered with their school's Co-Operative Education Program.
Students should email their resumes and cover letters to: careers@nscorp.com
Be sure to indicate “Design and Construction Co-op” in the subject line.
Norfolk Southern is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.