Transit Fleet Engineering Intern: Data, CAD & Projects

Orange County Transportation Authority; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Orange County Transportation Authority is seeking a College Intern for Fleet Engineering/Transit Technical Services in Santa Ana, CA. The role supports engineering analysis, data collection, AutoCAD drafting, and project documentation while gaining exposure to transit fleet technology and operations.

You will work under supervision with a mentor, participate in meaningful projects, and develop skills in data analysis, reporting, and CAD documentation.

Qualifications

• Current full-time freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior in a four-year college pursuing engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum GPA 2.5.
• Interest in transportation, vehicle tech, fleet engineering, or public transit.
• Basic engineering principles and problem-solving.
• Strong data skills with spreadsheets, charts, and graphs.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar CAD is desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day technical, analytical, and administrative activities.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret engineering and fleet-related data.
• Assist with engineering analysis and special projects for OCTA's bus fleet.
• Create and update AutoCAD drawings and other technical docs.
• Develop charts, graphs, spreadsheets, and reports for communication.
• Assist with engineering computations, research, specs, and preliminary reports.
• Support fleet-related project planning and monitoring (vehicle tech, fuels, emissions).
• Conduct research and evaluate technical information, trends, and alternatives.
• Maintain project files, update systems/databases, and provide admin support.
• Collaborate with engineers and department professionals on fleet maintenance and operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data handling

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Orange County Transportation Authority is seeking a College Intern for Fleet Engineering/Transit Technical Services in Santa Ana, CA. The role supports engineering analysis, data collection, AutoCAD drafting, and project documentation while gaining exposure to transit fleet technology and operations.

You will work under supervision with a mentor, participate in meaningful projects, and develop skills in data analysis, reporting, and CAD documentation.