Transit Tech Summer Intern: Data, IT & PM

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) offers a hands-on internship across application development, IT operations, and project management. The program emphasizes real-world transit IT experience, data analysis, and process improvement, with rotations through multiple departments.

The paid internship runs up to 13 weeks in the summer, with assignments across Bus/Rail Operations, Safety, Engineering, Police, IT, City/Urban Planning, and general business functions.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a high school equivalency certificate; student must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Interns’ major must align with the academic and functional requirements of the position.
• Must have completed freshman year and be entering sophomore year of college.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
• Performance-driven continuation opportunities based on prior summer performance.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review and analyze data to verify, input and correct data for reports.
• Research data and assist in preparing management, operations, technical and administrative reports.
• Produce presentations, reports, and data visuals for assigned department.
• Participate in trainings and attend meetings to gain exposure to transit functions.
• Assist in leading departmental meetings or working sessions as needed.

Skills

Data analysis

Report preparation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pursuing degree in relevant field

Sophomore-year status

GPA 2.8+

Tools

MS Office Suite

Personal computer

Office equipment

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) offers a hands-on internship across application development, IT operations, and project management. The program emphasizes real-world transit IT experience, data analysis, and process improvement, with rotations through multiple departments.

The paid internship runs up to 13 weeks in the summer, with assignments across Bus/Rail Operations, Safety, Engineering, Police, IT, City/Urban Planning, and general business functions.