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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 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 “Maintenance of Way Co-op” in the subject line.
Norfolk Southern is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.