About the role#
DB E.C.O. North America provides specialized rail and transit consultancy services to public agencies and railroads. This internship offers the opportunity to work within our Conceptual Rail Service, Operations, and Infrastructure Planning or our Governance and Integration Consulting portfolios. You will work under the supervision of experienced consultants and managers while contributing to active projects. Please indicate your preferred portfolio in your application.
What you'll do#
- Build and check timetable, ridership, and capacity datasets using Excel or Python.
- Support rail operations simulation and service plan development.
- Prepare GIS maps and graphics for client reports and materials.
- Research peer systems and summarize findings for client deliverables.
- Analyze German and European practices regarding fare integration, customer information, and agency coordination.
- Adapt international practices to meet U.S. agency and regulatory requirements.
- Draft memos, slides, and graphics for client meetings.
What you'll need#
- Progress toward a degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or Transportation Planning (MS or equivalent).
- Analytical skills and the ability to focus on complex technical solutions.
- Demonstrable project or research experience.
- Ability to work independently while remaining organized and flexible.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Professional fluency in English.
- Research or work experience in strategic rail planning, operations planning, or route management is preferred.
- Experience with Python, R, or GIS software like ArcGIS or QGIS is preferred.
- Exposure to rail simulation or scheduling software is helpful.
- German language skills are considered an asset for the Governance and Integration portfolio.
Location & details#
- Location: Laguna Niguel, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June to August).
- Modality: Full-time, on-site, 40 hours per week.
- Compensation: $25 to $30 per hour based on experience.
About DB E.C.O. North America
DB E.C.O. North America provides consulting and engineering services for passenger and freight transportation. The company manages projects from the initial planning phase through to final operation. It operates as a subsidiary of Deutsche Bahn and draws on over 40 years of experience in the sector. The firm is based in Laguna Niguel, California, and was founded in 2017.
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