Fall 2026/Spring 2027 - Host Railroads Intern - 90414047 - Philadelphia

About the role

This is an internship in Amtrak’s Host Railroads Group, which is responsible for the negotiation of contractual and other arrangements with the railroads that own track on which Amtrak trains operate (“host railroads”), and for ensuring that host railroads provide service that meets Amtrak’s expectations. The intern will execute several projects related to operations analysis and contract administration, including a mix of quantitative analysis, auditing/archiving of Amtrak systems and records relative to agreements in place with host railroads, and interpretation of contract language. The intern will also support development of negotiating positions for current or future Amtrak negotiations with host railroads.

Responsibilities

• Research, collect, and analyze data.
• Make recommendations based on analysis of Amtrak delay, on-time performance, revenue, cost, and other data.
• Update and perform maintenance on two multi-user contracts databases.
• Compile, distribute and file agreement documents, including electronic records.
• Assist in the design of performance measurement reports.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be actively pursuing a degree at an accredited educational institution.
• Must be pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in economics, business, or other quantitative disciplines.
• Must have at least 2 year of academic undergraduate studies completed or a junior status at minimum.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong quantitative research and analysis skills.
• Strong business sense.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an office environment.
• Familiarity with the transportation industry and specific interest or desire to work in transportation.

Pay

The hourly range is $18.00 per hour - $35.00 per hour. Pay is based on factors including school year, program of study, etc. In addition, paid internships include Amtrak rail pass privileges as a part of the experience along with one (1) PTO day per academic year.

Schedule

Work Arrangement: 06-Onsite 4/5 Days

Travel Requirements: Up to 25%