2026 Summer Corporate Intern - HR Marketing, Communication, Business

12318BR

Job Purpose:

The student intern should expect to learn multiple facets of management related processes in a large public company. This may include but not limited to the participating in different meetings with internal and external customers, learning and understanding various parts of our business functions and learning a variety of different systems and tools necessary to complete daily tasks.

Req ID:

12318BR

Region:

Alabama

City:

Albertville

State::

Alabama

Company Description:

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation—driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company’s products are in operation across more than 100 countries—powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail—they are making history every day.

Key Job Elements:

• Understand the overall concept of the company, including the brand, customer, product goals, and all other aspects of service;

• Rotate through our divisions of responsibility and provides ideas to grow and improve the business;

• Adapt to working with different sets of people and in different departments;

• Spend time observing experience staff of the organization to learn about the necessary methods and procedures;

• Communicate with various members of the organization throughout the company;

• Accept designated, business-focus projects to research, propose ideas and solutions, and present final project during the internship;

• Provide suggestions to management for improving customer service and internal processes;

• Support managers with various tasks.

Education / Training:

• Business related major; Management preferred.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience with Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint);

• Problem solving skills and analytical thinking;

• Ability to work independently and contribute to a team environment;

• Good interpersonal and communication skills as you will interact with the staff of different departments on a regular basis;

• Adaptive learner and have a desire to gain knowledge;

• Strong ability to multi-task;

• Resourceful and well organized;

• Possess a professional and positive attitude;

• Attention to detail.

Benefits:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.**

• Competitive Salary

• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance

• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid Vacation

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Time-Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance Plan

• Education Assistance Program

• Employee Recognition Programs

• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans

• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans

• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.

**Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.

EEO:

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category:

Administrative / Support / Communications

PRS Facility Location:

Albertville, AL (PRSC Corp HQ) - 001