Intern, Transit Technical Services
About The Position
Under direct supervision, this position supports OCTA fleet engineering/Transit Technical Services through engineering analysis, data collection and reporting, AutoCAD drafting, technical projects, and administrative activities. This is an excellent opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional environment while gaining exposure to transit fleet technology, engineering, and operations. OCTA's College Intern Program is a year-round paid student/intern program. You will gain real world work experience on meaningful projects under the guidance of a transportation professional. You will have the opportunity to use problem solving, communication and decision-making skills as you gain valuable work experience. You will also work with a mentor and benefit from career counseling.
Requirements
- Current full-time Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, or Senior attending a four-year college or university and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
- Interest in transportation, vehicle technology, fleet engineering, or public transit.
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and technical problem-solving.
- Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data, spreadsheets, charts, and graphs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively, take initiative, and learn increasingly complex technical concepts.
- Ability to balance multiple assignments in a professional, fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar computer-aided design software is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Support staff with day-to-day technical, analytical, and administrative activities.
- Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret engineering and fleet-related data.
- Assist with engineering analysis and special projects supporting OCTA’s bus fleet and related technologies.
- Create and update AutoCAD drawings and other technical documentation.
- Develop charts, graphs, spreadsheets, and reports to communicate technical and operational data.
- Assist with engineering computations, research, specifications, and preliminary project reports.
- Support the planning and monitoring of fleet-related projects, including vehicle technologies, alternative fuels, emissions, and equipment evaluations.
- Conduct research and assist with evaluating technical information, trends, and project alternatives.
- Maintain project files, update systems and databases, and provide administrative support as needed.
- Collaborate with engineers and other department professionals while gaining exposure to OCTA’s fleet maintenance and transit operations.
Benefits
- Paid student/intern program
- Gain real world work experience
- Work with a mentor
- Benefit from career counseling
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
