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Norfolk Southern has co-operative education opportunities for individuals with a desire for excellence. Norfolk Southern is a Fortune 300 company and a Fortune 100 transportation company. Norfolk Southern is a Virginia based holding company that employs approximately 30,000 people. Primarily in the railroad freight business, Norfolk Southern Corporation controls Norfolk Southern Railway, and Pocahontas Land Development Corporation. The railroad system lines extend through 22 states primarily in the Southeast, Midwest, and the Province of Ontario, Canada.
Vision: Be the safest, most customer-focused and successful transportation company in the world.
Prefer: Sophomore or Junior in a Journalism or Communications Program with at least a 2.8 GPA/4.0 overall; 3.0/4.0 in major. No travel/relocation/living allowance provided. Salary for this full-time position depends on class level at the time of employment. Students must commit to at least two alternating semesters to be considered for the co-op position.
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 Corporation - 3 Commercial Place - Norfolk, VA |
| Work Period: | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Hours: | Monday through Friday - 8:00 A.M.- 5:00 P.M. |
| Reports To: | Director Corporate Communications and Manager Internal Communications |
Description: Student will research, organize and write copy for use in wide range of NS printed informational pieces. Student will also participate meaningfully in as many different elements of the Corporate and Employee Communications program as practical. May be asked to assist in administrative duties on occasion.
Skills: Prefer some experience in writing/editing for university or other publications. Requires strong verbal and writing skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills. Should also possess knowledge and experience in computer equipment and related functions. Should be familiar with Associated Press style.
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 “PR-Corporate Communications Co-op” in the subject line.
Norfolk Southern is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.