Construction & Maintenance, Emerging Talent Intern

Metropolitan Transportation Authority • New York, NY

61d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities and Station Maintenance Division is a critical unit within the New York City Transit (NYCT) Department of Subways. Its primary mission is to ensure the safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness of the subway system's physical infrastructure-particularly the 472 stations across the network. Station Maintenance deploys crews and supervisors across various shifts to address issues promptly and maintain 24/7 service reliability. This department plays a vital role in preserving the integrity, safety, and appearance of the subway system, directly impacting the daily experience of millions of riders. This internship assignment directly supports the MTA's mission to provide safe, reliable, and efficient transit service by strengthening its operational and infrastructure management.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must.
• The candidate should possess organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• The candidate should be able to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and be able to work independently while being an active team player.
• Interest in infrastructure, logistics, or capital project delivery.
• Matriculated in a graduate program in good standing with at least 2.8 GPA
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
• Students' transcript must be submitted.

Nice To Haves

• Major(s) Preferred: Business, Project, Transportation, or Construction Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of operational, logistics, and construction-related initiatives.
• Help project managers maintain timelines, update records, and prepare reports for internal tracking.
• Participate in field inspections to observe station conditions, construction progress, and operational workflows.
• Gather data from field operations, maintenance activities, or transportation systems to support decision-making.
• Contribute to Process Improvement.
• Develop visual and written materials to communicate findings, project updates, or recommendations to stakeholders.
• Update dashboards, spreadsheets, or software tools used to monitor project status and performance metrics.
• Work with various departments-including engineering, field operations, and planning-to support integrated project delivery.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees