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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 13 hours ago

Open Data, Emerging Talent Intern (Summer)

positionNew York, NY
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$19/hr - $21/hr

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking an Open Data, Emerging Talent Intern for their Strategic Initiatives Department. The intern will assist in building new datasets for publication, contribute to tools for data users, and engage with stakeholders throughout the internship.

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Responsibilities

Write Python code to support and improve open data pipelines and data infrastructure projects
Design and document datasets for publication on data.ny.gov
Create data visualizations pulling data from the open data API
Carry out tasks to prepare access to data products
Ensure timeliness and sustainable quality
Prepare user documentation
Set up on portal interface
Other tasks as assigned to achieve the goals of the team

Qualification

PythonData visualizationData analysisMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam playerAttention to detail

Required

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
Matriculated in an undergraduate program in good standing with at least 2.5 GPA AND/OR matriculated in a graduate program in good standing with at least 2.8 GPA
All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application
Students' transcript must be submitted

Preferred

Major(s) Preferred: Computer Science, Public Policy, Economics, Urban Planning, or related field

Company

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.
dateFounded in 1834
location
New York, NY, US
people-size10001+ employees
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https://new.mta.info/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

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Janno Lieber
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