Civil Engineering Intern

Job ID : 13595

Business Unit : New York City Transit

Location : Brooklyn, NY, United States

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Department : NYC Transit Authority

Date Posted : Nov 3, 2025

Description

Title : Civil Engineering Intern

First Date of Posting : November 3, 2025

Last Date of Filling : November 16, 2025

Authority : TA

Department : Subways

Division / Unit : MOW Engineering

Reports to : Assistant Chief Officer, Track Engineering

Work Location : 130 Livingston St., Brooklyn, NY

Hours of Work : 10 : 00 PM - 6 : 00 AM (Night / Overnight Shift)

Candidates selected for this position on the NYC Transit payroll may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified

candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your

resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link

COMPENSATION

• Civil Engineer Intern : $68,709.00

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will support senior engineers in delivering timely and accurate Track Engineering assistance for MOW, Capital Construction, and C&D Projects. Responsibilities include work related to tracks, switches, third rail systems, ADA station modernization, and platform rehabilitation projects. Key tasks involve designing special trackwork, conducting field engineering surveys, providing construction support, reviewing shop drawings, evaluating first-article materials, and maintaining / updating Standard Track Drawings and Specifications for Track, Infrastructure, and Power Distribution Materials. Additionally, this role participates in derailment investigations and other track-related incidents. These tasks are crucial for ensuring the timely completion of track projects-whether in-house or through third-party contracts-and maintaining the safety of NYCT's track system.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

DESIRED SKILLS

SELECTION METHOD

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview. All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MABSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.

OTHER INFORMATION

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

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.