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Internship

Summer 2026 Field Engineering Internship

The initiative is designed to provide hands-on experience, mentorship, and career pathways for those interested in the dynamic and essential field of rail infrastructure.

Program Details 

Delta Railroad Services, a leading North American provider of railroad construction and maintenance, equipment rental, and manufactured and remanufactured maintenance-of-way (MOW) equipment, today announced the launch of its Summer 2026 Field Engineering Internship Opportunity. 
 

We’re a fit for you if: 

  • You are looking for hands-on experience with real-time projects 

  • You are looking to build a career track towards a project management role

  • You are looking for a growth opportunity 

  • Career pathways
     

You’re a fit for us: 

  • Have an attention to Detail 

  • Work Collaboratively 

  • Team Player

  • Clear Communicator 

Description of the Role:

  • Support the Project Manager and the Engineering Team to oversee the design and implementation of construction projects 

  • Create and inspect drawings and designs for projects

  • Work as a liaison between contractors, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and customers 

  • Document workflow processes and provide updates on work progress

  • Ensure proper maintenance of on-site equipment

  • Supervise and direct on-site crew

  • Draft and submit reports

  • Complete daily inspections of the  Job Site

  • Ensure conformance of field work with contract specifications and documents

  • Availability Monday - Friday (base will be 40-hour work week) and weekends as needed

  • Observes construction practices as required for compliance of project/construction operations with federal, state, and local codes, industry standards, company procedures, and contractual requirements

  • Performs inspection of construction activities 

  • Coordinates internally with other project execution disciplines and external suppliers to ensure proper quality control planning is performed

  • Helps create and/or gather required documents and information to support the successful completion of relevant project activities

  • Helps represent the construction team in project meeting setting

  • Makes sound and prudent decisions and recommends course of action, especially when only limited facts are available

  • Solve problems quickly in the field

  • May be tasked with other special duties as assigned by the Project Manager on technical projects (i.e., investigation, analysis, and design) in specific areas of expertise

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A Commitment to Talent Development

"Delta Railroad Services is committed to strengthening the talent pipeline for the rail industry," said Linda Laurello, CEO of Delta Railroad Services. "Our Summer 2026 program is a crucial part of that commitment. We're looking for passionate, driven students and next-generation leaders who are ready to roll up their sleeves and help us keep North America moving. This isn't just an internship; it's a foundational experience designed to launch meaningful careers."

Interns will participate in formal training sessions, gain exposure to complex safety and regulatory standards, and complete a capstone project or presentation, ensuring a comprehensive and challenging professional development experience.

How to Apply


The application window for the Summer 2026 Internship Program will open on January 1st, 2026 and close March 31st, 2026. Students currently enrolled in relevant undergraduate or graduate programs are encouraged to apply.


Interested candidates can find more information about the program, specific departmental openings, and application instructions on the Delta Railroad Services career website at https://www.deltarr.com/careers/.

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