College Intern - Systems & Capital Planning

Basic Function

Professional learning experience where an undergraduate or graduate student participant gains practical work experience, organization knowledge and business acumen related to a student’s field of study or career interest. Specific duties vary depending on the assigned department and business need. Internships begin with orientation in June and conclude in early August. Position will work 32 hours per week, and this position will work 100% on site. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with applicable rules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities and Specific Duties

• Assignments may include responsibilities in one or more of the following areas:
• Supports the Systems & Capital Planning division in conducting research, data collection, and the preparation of planning documents and presentations for a variety of projects.
• Assists with the conceptual development of multiple types of transit facilities (transit centers, park and rides, METROLift facility, MPD facility).
• Assists with the creation of long-term planning documents.
• Supports planning for rail system upgrades.
• Assists in conducting research through data collection and field visits.
• Creates graphics and presentation materials along with assisting with the development of planning documents.
• Contributes to departmental goals and objectives. 
• Suggests solutions to business issues and challenges.
• Attends and participates in meetings.
• Assists in functional and/or business analytics.
• Gathers and scrubs data for analysis and reports.
• Assists with client consulting and support.
• Contributes to a team-oriented atmosphere.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Applies SMS (Safety Management System) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Pay Rate: $20 hr 

Education Requirement

Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program or a recent graduate (within 1 year).
Degree program relative to intern assignments, such as Urban and Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, or related degree.

Years & Experience Required

Currently enrolled in an accredited education institution and have successfully completed 24 credit hours. 
GPA of 2.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale

Knowledge & Skills Required

Knowledge relative to intern assignments, such as Urban and Regional Planning, Transportation, Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, or related degree. Knowledge of PC’s and related software; MS Office.

Additional Information

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas has a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees. All internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment. Further, employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.