Transformation Analytics Intern-Summer 2026
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This is a paid internship range of $22/hr - $39/hr (depending on role and qualifications) for those currently pursuing undergraduate degrees and higher rates for those currently pursuing graduate level degrees.
Sound Transit also offers a competitive benefits package with a wide range of offerings including:
- Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans a dental plan and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents including a spouse or domestic partner.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid Time Off: An accrual of up to 4 hours per pay period. Up to 2 floating holidays.
- Full-time interns will receive an ORCA card at no cost. This card can be used on buses trains water taxis in the Puget Sound region along with the Monorail and Seattle Streetcar.
- In addition to compensation and benefits youll find that we provide work-life balance opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.
Tentative 2026 Internship Dates:
- Semester students: May 18th to July 24th
- Quarter students: June 15th to August 21st
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
Capital Delivery Transformation drives improvements in how we plan manage and deliver projects. We directly support the project Delivery Teams (i.e. controls cost estimating scheduling risk management value management) track key project and department metrics streamline processes and oversee systems such as the Project Management Information System (PMIS) to support efficient and successful project delivery.
The Transformation Analytics Intern will support real-world initiatives that improve how capital projects are tracked reported and managed. This role offers meaningful exposure to data-driven decision-making collaboration across disciplines and the practical application of analytics and automation tools in a complex public-sector environment.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position-specific duties.
JOB DUTIES:
- Assist with data preparation validation and analysis to support dashboards and reports.
- Support documentation efforts including user guides data glossaries and process descriptions.
- Assist with performance reporting and tracking across Transformation initiatives.
- Participate in team meetings check-ins and milestone reviews.
- Communicate findings and progress clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
POTENTIAL PROJECTS:
- Support development and enhancement of Power BI dashboards for capital project performance.
- Assist with analytics and reporting for the Contractor Evaluation Tool.
- Support Procurement and contract tracking tools ensuring consistency with Transformation standards.
- Assist with RE Reports and Power BI integration efforts.
- Develop manuals training presentations or reference materials to support tool adoption.
- Support small automation or low-code enhancements using Microsoft tools (as appropriate).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must be a current college student in good academic standing enrolled in an accredited associate bachelors or graduate degree program in Data Science Data Analytics Civil Engineering Construction Management or other technical discipline or relevant two-year certificate.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Ability to document processes and explain technical concepts clearly.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Curiosity initiative and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Suite; exposure to Power BI or data visualization tools is a plus.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with data visualization or dashboard tools (e.g. Power BI) and Microsoft Power Platform (Power App Power Automate)
- Interest in infrastructure construction or capital project delivery.
- Familiarity with Agile or iterative delivery approaches.
- Experience working with data sets and translating data into insights.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is performed in a standard office environment.
- The Agency promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.
Sound Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment action based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
Sound Transit is transforming how the Greater Seattle area moves by planning, building and operating regional transit systems that give millions of riders an alternative to sitting in traffic. Thanks to voter approval of the largest mass transit expansion in the region’s ...
