Transit Ridership Analytics & GIS Intern (Emerging Talent)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a RAM Emerging Talent Intern for Spring to support ridership analysis and modeling initiatives in NYC. The role focuses on GIS data management, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to improve transit performance and reporting.

The intern will update spatial datasets, assist in integrating GIS with operational data, and contribute to dashboards and documentation while working onsite at 2 Broadway, NY.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.
• Organizational, analytical and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Detail-oriented and able to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

• Update and maintain GIS datasets, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Perform spatial data validation, cleaning, and quality assurance.
• Assist in integrating GIS with bus speed and operational data.
• Support modernization of fixed guideway reporting through GIS frameworks.
• Assist in backend development and data structuring for the OP ArcGIS Online Portal.
• Document data processes and updates for transparency and reproducibility.
• Develop geospatial analysis tools and workflows to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations Planning and Data & Analytics teams to align datasets.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Independent yet team player

Education

Graduate program in good standing; 2.8 GPA

Majors: City & Regional Planning, Civil Eng, Transportation Eng, Urban Studies, Public Policy, Public Affairs, CS, Data Science

Tools

ArcGIS Online

Data Lake

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking a RAM Emerging Talent Intern for Spring to support ridership analysis and modeling initiatives in NYC. The role focuses on GIS data management, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration to improve transit performance and reporting.

The intern will update spatial datasets, assist in integrating GIS with operational data, and contribute to dashboards and documentation while working onsite at 2 Broadway, NY.