Internship

Overview

Herzog Contracting Corp. is now accepting general Internship applications.

All summer 2026 internship positions have been filled.

We are currently seeking interns in the following focus areas:

Accounting (St. Joseph, MO)

Gain experience in financial reporting, budgeting, invoice processing, job costing, and auditing procedures. Accounting interns work alongside professionals in a fast-paced, project-based environment, learning how financial operations support large-scale infrastructure efforts.

Ballast Systems Specialist (Nationwide Travel)

Work alongside experienced Ballast Systems Specialists using innovative technology to support ballast maintenance operations for Class I Railroads across the United States. Interns assist with automated systems, equipment troubleshooting, data collection, and routine maintenance while gaining hands-on

experience in a highly specialized area of the railroad industry.

Creative Services (St. Joseph, MO)

Support Herzog’s in-house creative team with graphic design, photography, video editing, branding, and marketing content creation. This is a great fit for students studying marketing, communications, or design.

Energy (Nationwide Projects and St. Joseph, MO)

Interns in this area assist with energy management, power systems, or sustainable infrastructure projects tied to Herzog’s electrification and renewable energy initiatives.

Estimating (St. Joseph, MO)

Learn how cost estimates are developed for large construction and rail projects. Estimating interns assist in quantity take-offs, bid preparations, vendor coordination, and pricing models.

Field Engineers (Nationwide Projects)

Work directly on job sites alongside experienced engineers, gaining hands-on exposure to large-scale rail construction and infrastructure projects. Interns assist with daily operations, project planning, quality control, and field coordination.

Proposals (St. Joseph, MO)

Join the team responsible for crafting compelling business proposals to help Herzog secure new construction and rail projects. Proposal interns will assist with creative writing, layout design, document formatting, and project storytelling in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Ideal for students with backgrounds in English, marketing, journalism, or design.

Quality (Nationwide Projects)

Work alongside Quality Managers and Inspectors to ensure Herzog projects meet contract and safety standards. Interns assist with field inspections, overseeing 3rd party material testing, and documentation while learning how to maintain quality on large-scale infrastructure projects.

Research & Development (St. Joseph, MO)

Work in Herzog’s innovation hub helping to test, improve, and develop cutting-edge tools and processes used in the rail industry. R&D interns collaborate on real-world solutions in construction and maintenance technologies.

Safety (Nationwide Projects)

Join our safety teams in the field to help maintain and support Herzog’s culture of “Safety Without Compromise.” Interns assist with site inspections, safety audits, incident tracking, and training initiatives.  

Software (St. Joseph, MO and Fort Worth, TX)

Join our technology team to work on internal software solutions and applications. This may include programming, system testing, interface design, or data analytics, depending on your skills and interests.

Specialized Equipment Operator (Nationwide Travel)

This full-time, traveling internship is ideal for students pursuing heavy equipment operations or attending a technical school. Interns work alongside experienced operators across the United States, assisting with specialized railroad equipment operations, basic mechanical maintenance, and jobsite support. This role requires extensive travel throughout the summer and offers hands-on experience in a fast-paced, field-driven environment.

Technical Project Manager (St. Joseph, MO)

Support Herzog’s software development initiatives by bridging technology teams and business needs. Interns assist with project coordination, timelines, and documentation while learning how technical solutions are planned, tracked, and delivered. This role offers exposure to project management tools, cross-team collaboration, and the software development lifecycle.

Other Areas (Various Locations)

Herzog also considers internship opportunities in other emerging areas of the business. If your background or interests don't fit the categories listed above, we still encourage you to apply and describe your area of interest in the application and prescreening question.

Internship Program Experience:

Herzog’s internship program is an immersive professional development journey. During the summer select intern groups will be placed into specialized cohorts based on their discipline and paired with an experienced mentor to guide them throughout the summer. These cohorts will follow a structured schedule designed to expose interns to Herzog’s core business competencies, introduce them to our company culture through interactive Town Halls, and enhance their career readiness through soft skill development workshops.

Please note: Not all internship groups will participate in the full program, we are working towards this for future development.

Safety:

• Herzog is nationally recognized for its excellent corporate safety record which results from all employees at all levels, in all positions adhering to established policies and procedures. Reporting any and all safety violations to your immediate supervisor is a prerequisite for continued employment. Safety diligence by all results in a safe work environment for all. 

Why Herzog:

Founded in 1969, Herzog is headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, with a satellite office in Fort Worth, Texas.

Over the course of our 50+ year history, Herzog has become a national leader in the construction, operations and maintenance of commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, and freight rail projects. 

We believe our culture is at the heart of our existence. It is that belief which empowers every member of our professional family to act with purpose and passion as they advance their career throughout their personal pursuit of excellence.

Backed by over five decades of experience, Herzog delivers exceptional customer service and elite results. 

Our success is the outcome of our relentless pursuit of excellence, our passion for our customers, safety without compromise, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of team.

We invite you to join us on our journey to excellence as we work to be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.

It is the policy of Herzog Contracting Corp. to provide equal opportunity in employment for all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.