Washington Metro
Metro College Internship Program – Operations, Junior Data Analyst/Scientist
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Job ID:
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240594
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Location:
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DC/MD/VA Metro Locations
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Posting Open-Close
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10/23/2024
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11/06/2024
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Union
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FLSA
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Nonexempt
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NRP
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Regular/Temporary:
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Regular
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Job Description
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MARKETING STATEMENT
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Operations at Metro is looking for undergraduate and graduate students interested in gaining hands-on practical experience in delivering transit service. This internship opportunity will allow you to work alongside Operations mentors and leadership to solve real-world problems that have direct, personal impacts on Metro’s customers and employees.
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Example Majors/Degrees: Computer Science, Data Science
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Needed skills: strong Python, R, SQL, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, strong interpersonal and writing skills, ability to think and work independently, ability to work with people from many different backgrounds
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Locations: Assignments may include both office and field work across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area
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Field duties may include interacting with the public, walking railroad tracks, working in bus and rail maintenance facilities, handling tools and equipment, and riding in Metro vehicles.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
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Graduation from high school or the possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Applicant must be attending an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in a discipline deemed appropriate for the position intern is seeking.
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For students hired as Summer College Interns, the following distinctions are made from the above provisions of the Student Intern description.
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The interns major or area of concentration must be aligned with the academic and functional requirements of the position for which the student has applied.
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The intern should at minimum be a rising college freshman.
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The intern must possess a minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA.
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In cases where the internship is a progressive internship offering the consecutive summer opportunities through graduation, the intern must receive a favorable performance evaluation for the prior summer in order to be considered for each subsequent summer.
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Medical Group:
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Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
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SUMMARY:
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This is an introductory, preparatory and training opportunity for college and graduate students designed to provide hands-on and practical transit industry work experience. Areas include but are not limited to: Bus and/or Rail Operations, Safety/Emergency Management, Engineering, Police, Information Technology, City/Urban Planning and General business functions. The assignments are on a temporary basis not to exceed thirteen (13) weeks of summer employment. Student interns may rotate to various departments based on their major in college/university and/or the respective departmental assignment. The student intern is supervised by an appropriate Executive or designee.
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MAJOR DUTIES:
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Duties will vary dependent on the assigned department. General duties may include activities in which the student intern:
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Compiles, reviews and analyzes data. Operates a personal computer to verify, input and correct data required for producing reports.
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Research data for and assists in the preparation of management, operations, technical and administrative reports. Utilizes management memoranda, fiscal and operations reports and data to complete assignments.
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Produces tangible work product specific to the assigned department to include presentations, reports, correspondence, graphic representation of data and/or project plans.
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Reviews reports to identify problems based upon standard criteria and guidance from supervisors; recommends solutions as instructed.
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Participates in training sessions related to various functions performed by department to which assigned; attends appropriate Authority, departmental and office meetings, etc., in order to gain exposure to transit functions.
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Participates in and/or leads departmental meetings, working sessions, etc.
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Evaluation Criteria
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Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
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Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
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Skills and/or behavioral assessment
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Personal interview
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Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
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Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
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Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
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Review of a current motor vehicle report
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Closing
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WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
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This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
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