Transit Vehicle Engineer Intern

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) offers an introductory internship in Operations for undergraduate and graduate students. Assignments span the DC/MD/VA area with field and office work, including data handling, reporting, and safety awareness.

Internships are up to thirteen weeks, supervised by a department leader, and rotated by major. Responsibilities include data analysis, report preparation, and cross‑functional exposure across operations, IT, safety, and planning.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a relevant degree.
• Intern must have completed freshman year and be advancing to sophomore year.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.

Responsibilities

• Compiles, reviews and analyzes data and prepares reports.
• Produces work products such as presentations and data graphics for assigned dept.
• Participates in trainings and department meetings to gain exposure to transit functions.
• Supports supervision by following instructions and applying standard criteria.

Skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Office equipment

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) offers an introductory internship in Operations for undergraduate and graduate students. Assignments span the DC/MD/VA area with field and office work, including data handling, reporting, and safety awareness.

Internships are up to thirteen weeks, supervised by a department leader, and rotated by major. Responsibilities include data analysis, report preparation, and cross‑functional exposure across operations, IT, safety, and planning.