Metro College Intern - (DMCS) Digital Modernization Cybersecurity

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

WMATA is offering a cybersecurity internship program designed for college and graduate students to gain hands-on experience across governance, risk and compliance (GRC), application security, vulnerability management, and infrastructure monitoring within a transit environment.

The program provides mentorship, practical training, and exposure to cutting-edge tools and processes, with rotational opportunities across departments to align with student interests and career goals.

Responsibilities

• Duties will vary dependent on the assigned department. General duties may include activities in which the student intern: Compiles, reviews and analyzes data. Operates a personal computer to verify, input and correct data required for producing reports.
• Researches data for and assists in the preparation of management, operations, technical and administrative reports. Utilizes management memoranda, fiscal and operations reports and data to complete assignments.
• Produces tangible work product specific to the assigned department to include presentations, reports, correspondence, graphic representation of data and/or project plans.
• Reviews reports to identify problems based upon standard criteria and guidance from supervisors; recommends solutions as instructed.
• Participates in training sessions related to various functions performed by department to which assigned; attends appropriate Authority, departmental and office meetings, etc., in order to gain exposure to transit functions.
• Participates in and/or leads departmental meetings, working sessions, etc.

Job description

Marketing Statement

Are you ready to dive into the world of cybersecurity and gain real-world experience that matters? Our Cybersecurity Internship Program offers rising talent the chance to explore multiple domains within the field-equipping you with practical skills, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge tools and processes. Depending on your assignment, you may: Learn how governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks are developed and maintained using Archer (our centralized system of record). Support application security by conducting risk assessments that help protect critical systems and data. Assist in vulnerability management by running scans, analyzing results, and contributing to remediation efforts. Work alongside infrastructure engineering teams to monitor and safeguard both IT and OT endpoint devices.

This internship is a unique opportunity to gain a broad view of cybersecurity operations while developing specialized skills in areas aligned with your interests and career goals. Whether you're passionate about policy, security tools, or hands-on technical analysis—this is your gateway into the cyber profession.

Job Description

This is an introductory, preparatory and training opportunity for college and graduate students designed to provide hands-on and practical transit industry work experience. Areas include but are not limited to: Bus and/or Rail Operations, Safety/Emergency Management, Engineering, Police, Information Technology, City/Urban Planning and General business functions. The assignments are on a temporary basis not to exceed thirteen (13) weeks of summer employment. Student interns may rotate to various departments based on their major in college/university and/or the respective departmental assignment. The student intern is supervised by an appropriate Executive or designee.

Principal Job Duties

• Duties will vary dependent on the assigned department. General duties may include activities in which the student intern:
• Compiles, reviews and analyzes data. Operates a personal computer to verify, input and correct data required for producing reports.
• Researches data for and assists in the preparation of management, operations, technical and administrative reports. Utilizes management memoranda, fiscal and operations reports and data to complete assignments.
• Produces tangible work product specific to the assigned department to include presentations, reports, correspondence, graphic representation of data and/or project plans.
• Reviews reports to identify problems based upon standard criteria and guidance from supervisors; recommends solutions as instructed.
• Participates in training sessions related to various functions performed by department to which assigned; attends appropriate Authority, departmental and office meetings, etc., in order to gain exposure to transit functions.
• Participates in and/or leads departmental meetings, working sessions, etc.

Other Duties

• Maintains and promotes awareness and accountability with safety policies and procedures while performing job functions. Promotes a positive safety culture and encourages reporting of safety concerns consistent with our Agency Safety Plan, other regulatory requirements within the Safety Management System and just culture principles.

Functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.