Architectural Emerging Talent
Posted on 11/11/2025

Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Compensation Overview
$19/hr
New York, NY, USA
In Person
Description
Position at New York City Transit
Department: Facilities, New York City Transit - Subways
Location: 2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004
Position Title: Architectural, Emerging Talent Intern
Hourly Rate: $19.00 (Undergraduate)
OVERVIEW OF DEPARTMENT:
Facilities Project Management satisfies space management needs for leased and MTA-owned buildings. Our responsibilities range from designing and managing the construction of private offices and conference rooms, to gut-renovations of facilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
We are standardizing our AutoCAD drawings of existing properties, leased or MTA owned. Responsibilities of an intern would include:
- AutoCAD drawing
- Scanning/filing drawings
- Organize material library
- File documents
- Site surveys
- Compose emails
- Communicate and shadow team members
- Miscellaneous administrative work
PROJECTS:
- Create/manage AutoCAD drawings
- On-site surveys and confirmation of dimensions
- Photo documentation and measuring of existing furniture.
- These projects extend to learning about and working on furniture schedules, as well as various administrative tasks such updating Project Status Reports as required on past and present projects.
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: Architecture or Engineering 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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