San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (Sfmta)-posted 21 days ago
$39 - $39/Yr
Full-time • Intern
Hybrid • San Francisco, CA
5,001-10,000 employees

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) connects San Franciscans with their communities to enhance the economy, environment and, ultimately, the quality of life in the city. As an agency within the City and County of San Francisco, the SFMTA is responsible for managing the city's transportation network. The agency has more than 6,000 employees who are responsible for the management of all ground and some underground transportation in the city. The SFMTA has oversight over public transit, as well as bicycling, paratransit, parking and curb management, street operations, walking, and taxis. Please visit the “About Us” section of our website at sfmta/about-sfmta to learn more about the department's core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget and more. The Engineering Level 2 Internship is within the SFMTA Planning and Engineering Internship Program. There are 4 total internship postings: 2 for Planning and 2 for Engineering, each posting with a unique set of multiple positions. Applicants will only be considered for the positions associated with the internship posting(s) they apply for. Therefore, if you meet the minimum qualifications for multiple internship postings and would like to be considered for multiple sets of positions, you must apply to each posting separately. Read this job ad in its entirety before applying. This job ad contains important information on timeline and terms of applying, including transcript, resume and cover letter requirements. If after reading you have additional questions about the application process, please contact internshipssfmta. The internship program offers seminars and field trips for interns to learn about various parts of the Agency. Attendance is mandatory at these events. Interns will also participate in PechaKucha presentations at the end of the summer. We work in a hybrid and traditional environment, and you may be expected to work onsite in the office up to 5 days per week. In-office workdays are determined by the nature of the work and scheduled by your supervisor. Per the City's Telecommuting Policy, interns must be based in the Bay Area for the extent of their internship. The internship follows a 40-hour work-week, generally between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM, Monday to Friday. Work outside these hours may be required for fieldwork, outreach events, etc. Interns may be eligible for a flexible work schedule, subject to supervisor and division approval. Interns may work up to 1,040 hours in a fiscal year. Most intern positions will terminate at the end of summer; depending on the nature of the work, some positions may be eligible to continue into the school year, subject to supervisor and division approval. Engineering interns within the Streets Division are responsible for developing design alternatives for transportation projects; performing field visits; preparing traffic control device work orders; drafting in AutoCAD; preparing striping drawings for official records; estimating project costs for traffic striping, signage, signal, and civil work scope; analyzing signal timing; reviewing construction work zones and site plans; supporting public outreach; and preparing legislation. Responsibilities will vary depending on the team. Engineering interns within the Transit Division are responsible for supporting the evaluation of the E-bus pilot program, participating in design review, project planning and engineering maintenance support for electrical distribution utility or being a part of the team that supports the Cable Car systems, storage tank systems, elevator/escalator systems and a variety of other transportation infrastructure. The specific responsibilities will vary depending on the team assigned.

  • developing design alternatives for transportation projects
  • performing field visits
  • preparing traffic control device work orders
  • drafting in AutoCAD
  • preparing striping drawings for official records
  • estimating project costs for traffic striping, signage, signal, and civil work scope
  • analyzing signal timing
  • reviewing construction work zones and site plans
  • supporting public outreach
  • preparing legislation
  • supporting the evaluation of the E-bus pilot program
  • participating in design review, project planning and engineering maintenance support for electrical distribution utility or being a part of the team that supports the Cable Car systems, storage tank systems, elevator/escalator systems and a variety of other transportation infrastructure
  • Education: At the time of submitting application, you must be enrolled in an accredited university or a community college pursuing a degree in one of the following fields: Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, or Transportation Engineering.
  • Possess a baccalaureate degree or graduate degree in one of the above fields from an accredited university or community college AND be enrolled in an accredited university or a community college pursuing a degree in a related field.
  • You must be currently enrolled and continuing in an associate, undergraduate or graduate program or entering/continuing a graduate program in the Fall 2026
  • Students enrolled in second-to-last or last semester and will soon graduate are also encouraged to apply as you may still be selected for the program within six months of graduation.
  • Experience: No previous experience is necessary for individuals pursuing a master's degree or higher in a qualifying field. For undergraduate candidates, prior engineering or relevant internship experience is required to compete for positions at the 5381 level.
  • Interest in public-sector careers in transportation, especially public transit, walking, and bicycling.
  • Understanding of the impact of transportation decisions on marginalized communities, including people of color, people with low-incomes, and people with disabilities.
  • Experience working with marginalized communities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, including, but not limited to, examples drawn from: school, work, community activities, extracurricular activities, team sports and/or volunteering experiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to adapt to new situations, changing priorities, or unexpected challenges to meet project goals.
  • Ability to analyze evidence, critically consider options, and draw conclusions from data.
  • Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental, and/or transportation) as demonstrated in work experience (jobs, internships, or research positions).
  • Applied knowledge of Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Adobe Creative Suite, and/or other software.
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