Transit Operations Intern — Summer Rotation & Projects

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

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority offers an introductory, preparatory internship for college and graduate students to gain hands-on transit industry experience. Rotations through departments such as Bus/Rail Operations, Safety, IT, and Planning provide exposure and practical tasks.

The program lasts up to thirteen weeks in summer, with supervision by a designated executive or designee. Interns perform data tasks, develop reports and presentations, and participate in training

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalency; attending college/university pursuing a degree.
• Intern's major must align with academic and functional requirements of the position.
• Must have completed freshman year and be entering sophomore year.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
• Favorable prior summer performance evaluation for continued opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Compiles, reviews and analyzes data; inputs and corrects data for reports.
• Researches data and assists in preparation of management, operations, and administrative reports.
• Produces work products: presentations, reports, correspondence, and data visuals.
• Reviews reports and identifies problems; suggests solutions under guidance.
• Participates in and/or leads departmental meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Data analysis

Education

HS diploma

College enrollment

Freshman year completed

GPA 2.8

favorable performance evaluation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority offers an introductory, preparatory internship for college and graduate students to gain hands-on transit industry experience. Rotations through departments such as Bus/Rail Operations, Safety, IT, and Planning provide exposure and practical tasks.

The program lasts up to thirteen weeks in summer, with supervision by a designated executive or designee. Interns perform data tasks, develop reports and presentations, and participate in training