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Summer College Intern - Transportation Analysis

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Orange

AI generated summary

  • You must be a full-time college student in an accredited institution with a GPA of 2.5 (undergraduate) or 3.0 (graduate), pursuing a relevant degree, and submit your transcript.
  • You will assist with transportation planning, analyze traffic data, support decision-making, evaluate traffic flow and operations, and gain experience with GIS and modeling software.

Requirements

  • Requirements to qualify for the Summer College Intern Program are as follows:
  • College students must be enrolled full-time in a two or four-year college program, at an accredited college or university, and follow a course of study leading to an undergraduate or graduate degree.
  • Students that graduate with their bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in the fall of 2024 or the spring of 2025, are eligible.
  • College students enrolled full-time and pursuing a master’s degree from an accredited college.
  • Desirable degree program for this assignment is Traffic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Planning or related discipline.
  • College students pursuing a course of study leading to an undergraduate degree must maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or better.
  • College students pursuing a course of study leading to a graduate degree must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
  • Must submit most recent college transcript.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in transportation planning and traffic analysis for regional mobility projects.
  • Work with travel demand models and traffic simulation tools to analyze transportation systems.
  • Utilize real-world data to support decision-making for infrastructure and traffic operations.
  • Conduct research and data analysis on transportation trends, congestion patterns, and mobility solutions.
  • Support the optimization of traffic operations by evaluating traffic flow, signal timing, and roadway capacity.
  • Gain experience with GIS, data analytics, and transportation modeling software (e.g., Synchro, VISSIM, Cube, TransCAD).

FAQs

What is the duration of the Summer College Intern Program?

The Summer College Intern Program lasts for ten weeks.

How many hours per week is the internship?

The internship requires full-time employment, approximately 40 hours per week.

What kind of projects will interns work on?

Interns will work on transportation planning, traffic analysis, travel demand models, and data analysis related to regional mobility projects.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Applicants must be full-time college students enrolled in a two or four-year program, pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, and meet GPA requirements (2.5 for undergraduates, 3.0 for graduates).

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the internship is a paid position with an hourly wage ranging from $19.00 to $22.00, depending on the education level of the intern.

Are there any specific degree programs preferred for this internship?

Yes, desirable degree programs include Traffic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Planning, or related disciplines.

Do interns need to submit any documents to apply?

Yes, interns must submit their most recent college transcript as part of the application.

What skills are sought after in candidates for this internship?

Candidates should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.

Is there a possibility for full-time employment after the internship?

The internship provides exposure to OCTA’s career opportunities, but there is no guarantee of full-time employment after the program.

Are there any employee benefits provided for this internship?

No, this position is not eligible for employee benefits.

We keep Orange County moving.

Transportation
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is Orange County’s primary transportation agency. OCTA was formed in 1991 through the consolidation of seven separate transportation agencies. A 17-member Board of Directors governs OCTA with the Caltrans District Director serving as the 18th member in an ex-officio capacity. OCTA Services Include: • Bus transit service • Metrolink rail service • 91 Express Lanes toll facility • Freeway improvements funding • Street and road improvements grants • Vanpool subsidies • Rideshare options