Metro College Internship Program - Junior Data Analyst - Operations at Washington Metropolitan [...]

Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute is seeking a Junior Data Analyst intern for the Metro College Internship Program in Washington, D.C. This position offers undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience in public transit operations. Interns will assist with data analysis, research, and preparing various reports under supervision.

The program runs from June 1, 2026, to August 14, 2026, and requires a minimum GPA of 2.8 and enrollment in an accredited college. This position provides a unique opportunity to learn about operations and contribute to projects that impact Metro’s customers.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree in a relevant field.
• Intern's major must align with position requirements.
• Completion of medical examination if required.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review and analyze data.
• Operate a personal computer for data verification.
• Assist in preparing management and technical reports.
• Produce assignments specific to the department.

Skills

Data analysis

Research

Presentation skills

Communication

Education

Attending an accredited college or university

Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8

Rising college sophomore

Tools

Personal computer

Job description

Metro College Internship Program – Junior Data Analyst – Operations

Metro College Internship Program will run from June 1, 2026, to August 14, 2026.

Marketing Statement

Junior Data Analyst: Operations at Metro is looking for undergraduate and graduate students interested in gaining hands‑on practical experience in delivering transit service. This internship opportunity will allow you to work alongside Operations mentors and leadership to solve real‑world problems that have direct, personal impacts on Metro’s customers and employees. Assignments may include both office and field work across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. Field duties may include interacting with the public, walking railroad tracks, working in bus and rail maintenance facilities, handling tools and equipment, and riding in Metro vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Applicant must be attending an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in a discipline deemed appropriate for the position intern is seeking. For students hired as Summer College Interns, the following distinctions are made from the above provisions of the Student Intern description.

• Intern’s major or area of concentration must be aligned with the academic and functional requirements of the position for which the student has applied.
• Intern should at minimum be a rising college sophomore.
• Intern must possess a minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA.
• In cases where the internship is a progressive internship offering consecutive summer opportunities through graduation, the intern must receive a favorable performance evaluation for the prior summer in order to be considered for each subsequent summer.

Medical Group

Surprisingly complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Summary

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.

Major Duties

Duties will vary dependent on the assigned department. General duties may include activities in which the student intern:

• Compile, review and analyze data.
• Operate a personal computer to verify, input and correct data required for producing reports.
• Research data for and assist in the preparation of management, operations, technical and administrative reports.
• Utilize management memoranda, fiscal and operations reports and data to complete assignments.
• Produce tangible work product specific to the assigned department to include presentations, reports, correspondence, graphic representation of data and/or project plans.
• Review reports to identify problems based upon standard criteria and guidance from supervisors; recommend solutions as instructed.
• Participate in training sessions related to various functions performed by department to which assigned; attend appropriate Authority, departmental and office meetings, etc., in order to gain exposure to transit functions.
• Participate in and/or lead departmental meetings, working sessions, etc.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience. Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal background check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety‑sensitive positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law. This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.