About the role#
AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Rail Systems Project Delivery Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This position is based on-site in San Francisco, California. You will work within a client-based team to support the delivery of large-scale rail infrastructure projects.
What you'll do#
- Shadow the Client Representative across project phases including design, construction, testing, commissioning, and operations.
- Track contractor deliverables, submittals, correspondence, project risks, and key decisions.
- Prepare meeting agendas, action registers, executive summaries, and weekly status updates.
- Support technical reviews for rail systems such as train control, traction power, communications, and civil interfaces.
- Document outcomes from client, contractor, and internal coordination meetings.
- Review commercial, contractual, and schedule information to assist with oversight.
- Participate in field coordination to learn about installation and operations readiness.
- Develop presentations, reports, and dashboards to track project progress.
- Contribute to lessons learned and knowledge-sharing activities.
What you'll need#
- Completed 60 hours towards an Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program by the start of the internship.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication abilities.
- Interest in transit, rail, or transportation engineering is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $25 to $31 per hour, depending on skills and experience.
- Employment Type: Part-time, paid internship.
About AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis is an engineering services and nuclear organization based in Montreal. The company employs over 47,000 people. It focuses on infrastructure and energy systems. The firm operates as a public company.
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