• Software Development, Emerging Talent Intern

    MTA (New York, NY)


    Software Development, Emerging Talent Intern

     

    Job ID: 12316

     

    Business Unit: MABSTOA

     

    Regular/Temporary: Intern

     

    Department: NYC Transit Authority

     

    Date Posted: Jul 16, 2025

    Description

    Department: NYCT - Buses

     

    Position Title: Software Development, Emerging Talent Intern

     

    Hourly Rate: $22.00 (Post-Graduate)

    OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:

    The Fleet Technologies Group leads a portfolio of innovative projects focused on enhancing customer communications, fleet oversight, and depot operations. Working alongside us, our sister group—The Zero Emission Fleet Transformation (ZEFT)—is driving the ambitious transition to an all-electric bus fleet by 2040, ushering in a more sustainable future for transit.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Design – Collaborate on designing new features, reports, or analytical tools for our applications.

    + Software Development – Write, test, demonstrate and deploy code for new features or fixes.

    + Troubleshooting – Diagnose and resolve bugs or edge-case issues in existing codebases.

    + Technical Documentation – Draft or update documentation for features, fixes, and workflows.

    + AWS Environment Support – Assist in configuring and maintaining server environments, applications, or containers on Amazon Web Services (AWS).

    + Data Acquisition – Perform ad hoc data collection or develop automated components to extract data from existing systems.

    + Data Interpretation – Analyze collected data to identify performance trends and provide operational insights.

    + Reporting & Presentations – Present findings and propose actionable recommendations.

    PROJECTS:

    As assigned, the intern may contribute to the following projects:

    + Bus Trek – A vehicle information web platform used by dispatchers for real-time fleet tracking and decision support.

    + Yard Trek – An enterprise bus assignment application that shares key depot operations in near real time.

    + Transit Signal Priority (TSP) – A system that allows equipped buses to communicate with on-street traffic controllers to expedite or extend green light phases, improving bus travel efficiency.

     

    They may also occasionally support other tools, applications, or presentations that revolve around the Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) system—these are often data-driven mini-projects that can help improve visualization, analytics, and operational performance.

    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.

    + Foundational understanding of networks, cloud services, and remote computing

    + Proficiency in at least one, such as JavaScript or Python

    + Experience with a compiled language like Java or C++, Practical knowledge of SQL

    + Experience with tools like GitLab or GitHub

    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: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, or similar., 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.