Transit Operations Engineer Intern (Field/Office)

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Leesburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) invites students to join Operations as an Associate Engineer intern, gaining hands-on experience in transit services and learning from mentors. Assignments span Bus and Rail Operations, Safety, IT, Planning, and more.

Internships are temporary, up to thirteen weeks, with rotations across departments and supervision by executives. This program emphasizes safety, data analysis, and practical problem solving to serve Metro customers and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; enrolled in an accredited college/university.
• Major alignment with internship responsibilities.
• Freshman completion and sophomore year in college.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
• Prior summer performance favorable for progression in progressive internships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection, input, and reporting.
• Research data for management, operations, technical and administrative reports.
• Produce work products: presentations, reports, or data visuals for assigned department.
• Review reports and support problem solving under supervisor guidance.
• Participate in department trainings and meetings to gain exposure to transit functions.
• Assist in and/or lead departmental meetings or working sessions.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in accredited college/university

Minimum 2.8 GPA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Office equipment

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) invites students to join Operations as an Associate Engineer intern, gaining hands-on experience in transit services and learning from mentors. Assignments span Bus and Rail Operations, Safety, IT, Planning, and more.

Internships are temporary, up to thirteen weeks, with rotations across departments and supervision by executives. This program emphasizes safety, data analysis, and practical problem solving to serve Metro customers and