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Requisition 37770: 2025 Operations Management Trainee- Central Division A resume helps you stand out to hiring managers and recruiters; your resume communicates your experience and your brand. While it is not required, we encourage you to include an up-to-date resume along with a completed job application to give you the best opportunity to be considered. A complete resume helps us to better understand your unique background, relevant experiences, and passions. We look forward to learning about you. Rail Transportation Management Trainee Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of railway operations management? As a Rail Transportation Management Trainee at Norfolk Southern, you'll embark on a journey filled with leadership opportunities and hands-on experience in the heart of our railroad operations. Watch this brief video by coping the link to catch a glimpse of the exciting life of a Rail Transportation Management Trainee at Norfolk Southern:http://bit.ly/NSTransportationSup Your Role: As a Rail Transportation Management Trainee, you'll undergo comprehensive leadership and railroad operations training to kickstart your career in the fast-paced realm of operations management. You'll dive into the intricacies of railroad operations, preparing to oversee conductors and locomotive engineers either at a rail terminal or within a road territory. To ensure your success, you'll participate in a conductor certification course, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in our operational environment. What makes a successful Transportation Trainee? * Demonstrated leadership abilities * Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills * Effective communication and relationship-building prowess * Self-motivated and proactive mindset * Forward-thinking approach * Adaptability to a dynamic work environment * Unwavering commitment to safety Work Environment Your role demands flexibility, requiring availability during nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations. You'll perform your duties both indoors and outdoors, experiencing firsthand the diverse elements of rail operations. Trainees receive an orientation at our Atlanta, GA headquarters, followed by three weeks of conductor schooling and training at our Norfolk Southern training center, before heading to their on-the-job training location. During the intensive training program, anticipate approximately 25% travel. This position is based in our Central Region, covering Missouri, Kentucky, Illinois, Ohio, Indiana, North Carolina, West Virginia, and Virginia. Education / Experience Bachelor's/Master's degree in any field Alternatively, 4 years of leadership experience in sectors such as military, manufacturing, transportation, and logistics will be considered in lieu of a degree. Military personnel with experience as a Railway Operations Crewmember (88U), Logistics Specialist, Embarkation Specialist (0421), Air Force Traffic Management Apprentice (2T2x1), and Machinery Technician (MK) are encouraged to apply. Career Path Projection Operations Supervisor- Road/Terminal Supervisor- Sr. Road/Terminal Supervisor - Road/Terminal Manager/Road Manager Engineers - Sr. Road/Terminal Manager/Sr. Road Manager Engineers Company Overview Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive interm