Consulting Intern (Rail and Transportation)

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$52k–$62k

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Dbeconorthamerica Consulting Intern role at DB E.C.O. North America supporting rail and transit consultancy services. Responsibilities include building and checking datasets, supporting rail operations simulation, preparing GIS maps, and researching peer systems under supervision.

Responsibilities

Conceptual Rail Service, Operations, and Infrastructure Planning:
DB E.C.O. performs conceptual planning for public agencies, operators, and Class I railroads to design public transportation service plans, operation plans, and to identify effective infrastructure investments. We work across the full range of planning horizons from short-term projects for immediate implementation to long-term visioning projects. DB E.C.O. uses state-of-the-art methods and tools.
You will contribute to ongoing projects under the supervision of an experienced consultant and receive training in our methods and tools. Typical tasks:
Build and check timetable, ridership, and capacity datasets in Excel or Python
Support rail operations simulation and service plan development
Prepare GIS maps and other graphics for reports and client materials
Research peer systems and summarize findings for client deliverables
Governance and Integration Consulting:
DB E.C.O. consults public agencies to improve integration of the customer interface for public transportation systems and to facilitate cross-agency coordination. We draw on our expertise as the major operator of Germany’s integrated public transportation system to identify and adapt solutions for use in the U.S.
You will contribute to ongoing projects under the supervision of a manager and receive training in our methods and tools. Typical tasks:
Research German and European practices in fare integration, customer information, and agency coordination
Adapt those practices to U.S. agency and regulatory settings

Qualification

OrganizedProficiency with MS Office suite (WordProfessional fluency in EnglishPythonWorking Conditions and Travel5 days per week in the officePhysical Requirements

Required

Working towards a degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or Transportation Planning (MS or equivalent)
Strong ability to think analytically and stay focused on developing solutions to complex technical matters
Demonstrable project or research experience
Organized, flexible, and able to work independently
Proficiency with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Professional fluency in English

Preferred

Research or work experience in strategic rail planning, operations planning, or route management
Python, R, or GIS (ArcGIS or QGIS)
Exposure to rail simulation or scheduling software
German language skills (helpful for the Governance and Integration portfolio)
Working Conditions and Travel:
5 days per week in the office. Minimal overnight travel by land and air.
Physical Requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods up to 4 hours at a time

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Life Insurance
Wellness

Company

Dbeconorthamerica

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