Technology Management Trainee
Job Summary:
Participates in an innovative training program aimed at developing the skills of future business leaders within a dynamic, progressive Information Technology (IT) department and long-term across CSX Corporation. Rotates through technology groups with broad exposure to a range of state-of-the-art technologies and multiple career opportunities. Delivers solutions and influences business decisions based on effective communication, business understanding and sound technical knowledge.
Primary Activities and Responsibilities:
- Deliver and support Technology goals and objectives across three discipline areas:
- Applications development; project definition, requirement specification, design, software programming, testing, implementation and maintenance.
- Enterprise services; information, project, security, architecture and change management.
- Operations and infrastructure support; database, systems software, server, capacity, storage and systems administration.
- Develop business relationships with internal customers and business partners.
- Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution required in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Engineering, or related major field of study
- 1 or more years of experience in 1 or more Business-related internships required in Information Technology
- Grade point average of at least 3.2 (based on a 4-point scale) required in major field of study for your highest degree
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to meeting the above the following are preferred:
- Masters degree from an accredited institution
- Grade point average of at least 3.5 (based on a 4-point scale) in major field of study for your highest degree
Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of project management methods and principles
- Knowledge of system development life cycles and methodologies
- Microsoft Office skills
- Written and oral business communication skills
- Collaborative skills
- Problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills
- Ability to lead and influence others without formal authority
- Ability to be forward-thinking
- Ability to establish rapport and relationships with individuals at all levels internally and externally
- Microsoft office skills - Outlook, Word (beginners)
- Ability to build relationships across organization and business entities
- Ability to interact with business partners, vendors, and technical staff
- Ability to think and analyze logically
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership/executive audiences
Competencies:
The logically Competency Framework is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following competencies: analyze issues and make effective decisions, advance the business, engage, coach, and build a diverse workforce, build partnerships, improve service quality and processes, execute effectively, demonstrate personal leadership, and demonstrate functional and technical agility.
Job Requirements:
- Work hours may vary in length and schedule (may include a nonstandard workweek and various shift).
- Work hours include rotating on-call responsibilities which may be on weekends or outside standard working hours.
- Willing and able to work different shifts as assigned in a 24 hour/7 days a week operation (including working weekends and holidays).
- The applicant selected for this position may be required to successfully complete a background check and drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position.
Company Profile:
CSX Corporation, a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is a multi-modal freight transportation company serving customers across North America. Through its primary subsidiary, CSX operates the largest railroad in the eastern United States with operations in 23 states, the District of Columbia, and two Canadian provinces. CSX also includes an integrated intermodal company which serves customers with its own truck and terminal operations as well as a dedicated domestic container fleet. Other CSX subsidiaries provide technology and real estate support to the company. These subsidiaries combine to allow CSX to deliver efficient freight alternatives to customers in a variety of industries, including coal, chemicals, automobiles, metals, agricultural and forest products, food and consumer goods.
CSX Transportation (CSXT) is the largest company in the CSX family employing approximately 30,000 management and union employees. CSXT's primary focus is the operation, maintenance, and management of the largest railroad in the eastern United States.
Closing Statement:
At CSX two of the company's core values are People Make The Difference and Safety Is A Way of Life. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible.
CSX is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer that supports diversity in the workplace.
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Information about the Information Technology (IT) Management Trainee position including links to UNF Career Wings and the Job Posting on CSX.com: Learn more (PDF) 
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