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Environmental Compliance, Emerging Talent Intern (Fall)

Environmental Compliance, Emerging Talent Intern (Fall)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

$19/hr

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Job description

Job ID: 15540
Business Unit: MTA Bus Company
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Intern
Department: Budget Programs
Date Posted: Apr 27, 2026
Description
Department: Environmental Compliance and Management
Location: 25 Jamaica Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Position Title: Environmental Compliance, Emerging Talent Intern
Hourly Rate: $19.00 (Undergraduate)
All internship positions are onsite and require regular, in-person attendance at the designated work location.
OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:
The Environmental Compliance and Management (EC&M) department ensures operational environmental compliance and supports fueling operations across MTA Bus and the NYCT Department of Buses organizations. EC&M serves 28 depots and central maintenance facilities located throughout the five boroughs of New York City and Westchester.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Inventories greenhouse gas-containing facilities equipment.
  • Creates and updates environmental asset layouts utilizing AutoCAD or equivalent software.
  • Coordinates inspection efforts with facility managers and other Plant and Equipment personnel.
  • Assists in audit preparation by obtaining and organizing relevant data and reports.
  • Tracks corrective actions related to deficiencies identified during inspections.
  • Assists in preparation of diesel fuel quality data reports.
  • Prepares updates to facility emergency response plans.
  • Attends facility walkthroughs at bus depots with EC&M staff.

PROJECTS:
  • NYS DEC greenhouse gas registration inventory.
  • Environmental asset layout update project.
  • Corrective action tracking project.

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.
  • Major(s) Preferred: STEM (engineering, physical sciences, environmental sciences), 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.

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