Internships
The Metro Internship Program (MIP) provides undergraduate and graduate students with a paid internship opportunity to gain practical experience, skills and competencies in a professional environment aligned with their academic background and career goals.
To apply for Metro’s Internship Program, please submit your resume at MIP@metro.net. Our hiring team will contact you if your experience and education could be a match for an opportunity with Metro, as intern openings become available.
Opportunities
The type(s) of internship opportunities offered may include:
- Accounting
- Administration
- Arts/Media
- Business
- Finance
- Construction/Engineering
- Customer Experience
- Innovation
- Economic Development
- Education/Instructional Design
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Contract Administration
- Architectural Design
- Bus and Rail Operations Administration
- Human Resources/Human Capital
- Communications
- Community Relations
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Government Relations
- Graphic Designs
- Gender and Women Studies
- Library and Research
- Marketing
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Studies
- Facilities/Environmental Studies
- Project/Program Management
- Information Technology
- Public Policy
- Urban Planning
- Political Science
- Safety and Security Administration
- Workforce Development
- Real Estate
- Risk Management/Worker’s Compensation
- Transportation/Logistics
MIP internship assignments are reviewed every six months by the hiring department, and an intern has an opportunity to work up to one year.
The program provides understanding of the basic principles and practices of public transportation logistics and management.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Metro Internship Program, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units (for undergraduate program) or 6 units (for graduate program) at an accredited institution of higher learning.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 (for undergraduate program) or 3.0 (for a graduate program).
- Must be a U.S. citizen or a legal resident with permission to or eligibility to work in the country as determined by the U.S. Immigration Laws and the Department of Homeland Security.
Terms and Conditions
- Candidates for Metro Internship Program are subject Metro’s pre-employment screenings and criminal background check.
- Metro Internship Program is a paid internship at the rate of $18.42/hour (undergraduate) and $20.49/hour (graduate).
- Interns are not eligible for paid vacation, holiday pay, overtime pay and flex time.
- Interns may be eligible for limited benefits.
- All interns must adhere to Metro’s dress code and observe all safety rules and regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Applications
What is the deadline to apply for a Metro internship?
Please refer to the job bulletin for the closing date.
Eligibility
Can I still apply for a Metro internship after graduation?
Yes, if you have received an undergraduate degree and you are enrolled in an accredited graduate program or post-graduate program.
Can I continue my internship with less than required 2.5 or 3.0 cumulative GPA?
No, interns must always maintain the required cumulative GPA.
Can I enroll in less than 12 units as an undergraduate student or less than 6 units as a graduate student?
Yes, you can if you are near completion of your academic program.
Can I drop all my classes during my internship at Metro?
No, your internship will be discontinued.
Internship Extension
What is the procedure for extending my internship at Metro?
The program has one-year term with no extensions.
How long is a Metro internship?
A Metro internship can last up to one year, with no more than 1000 hours per fiscal year.
Am I obligated to stay for the whole period?
No, you are not obligated to stay for the whole period, and you can choose to leave at any time, with a two-week notification.
Benefits
Does Metro provide employment and health benefits for interns?
No.
Do interns get paid for overtime, vacation and holidays?
No.
Can interns ride Metro’s transit system for free?
Yes, all interns receive a valid employee badge that allows them to ride the Metro transit system for free.
Can interns take on part-time jobs while working at Metro?
Yes, if the part-time job does not conflict with the Metro internship.
Visa Requirements
Can Metro provide me with a U.S. work permit or visa?
No, Metro does not provide or offer immigration services
Do I have to be a citizen to be eligible for an internship at Metro?
No, students must have permission to work in the U.S. and must comply with all U.S. immigration laws and the Department of Homeland Security Regulations.
