Project Manager, Emerging Talent Intern (Fall)

Interns/Contingents New York, NY


Description

Position at Long Island Rail Road

Department:                     Administration, LIRR
Location:                          420 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10170
Position Title:                   Project Manager, Emerging Talent Intern (Fall)
Hourly Rate:                    $19.00 (Undergraduate) $21.00 (Graduate)
 
All internship positions are onsite and require regular, in-person attendance at the designated work location.
 
 
OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:
Long Island Railroad (LIRR) - Special Projects department manages the planning, design, construction, and implementation of the project for the benefits of our customers from their inception to successful completion, while adhering to the specific project's scope, schedule and budget.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Monitoring and reporting Progress.
  • Document and Review Comment Collection and Distribution.
  • Meeting Minutes with BIC Follow-up.
  • Monitoring and Reporting.
  • Participating in Safety Classes.
  • Conduct field visits.
  • Assist in producing and analyzing project budget/estimate.
  • Assist in developing procurement.
 
PROJECTS:
  • Sustainability and Resiliency
  • Penn Station Access
  • ERT Rehabilitation 
 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 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.
 
 
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
  • Matriculated in an undergraduate program in good standing with at least 2.5 GPA AND/OR matriculated in a graduate program in good standing with at least 2.8 GPA
  • Major(s) Preferred: Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Business Management, or related field.
 
 All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Students’ transcript must be submitted.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.