Transit Intern: Public Safety & Operations Exposure

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is offering a summer internship through the Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) to provide hands-on experience in law enforcement, public safety, and public transit operations. Interns may rotate across departments in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area and will gain exposure to patrol operations, investigations, and safety programs.

The program targets current college and graduate students, emphasizing professional development, teamwork,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active enrollment in an accredited college/university and pursuing a relevant degree.
• Must have completed freshman year and be entering sophomore year.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
• Successful interns may be invited back for subsequent summers.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review, and analyze data to produce reports.
• Prepare management, operations, technical and administrative reports.
• Create tangible work products such as presentations and project plans.
• Attend training sessions and meetings to gain exposure to transit operations.

Skills

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College student pursuing degree

Freshman year completed / sophomore year in progress

Minimum GPA 2.8

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is offering a summer internship through the Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) to provide hands-on experience in law enforcement, public safety, and public transit operations. Interns may rotate across departments in the Maryland, DC, and Virginia area and will gain exposure to patrol operations, investigations, and safety programs.

The program targets current college and graduate students, emphasizing professional development, teamwork,