Sound Transit · 13 hours ago
Transit-Oriented Development Intern - Summer 2026
Seattle, WA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22/hr - $39/hr
Start in 2026 SummerSound Transit is a public transportation agency dedicated to enhancing the mobility of the Puget Sound region. They are seeking a Transit-Oriented Development Intern to assist with real estate development tasks, support project managers, and contribute to equitable development outcomes in the community.
TransportationPublic TransportationRailroad
Responsibilities
Provide support to TOD Project Managers on real estate development tasks as assigned
Maintain best practices on TOD documents and research, data on real estate development near transit stations, and other data sources on issues related to TOD, displacement, and economic opportunity
Review and summarize literature on strategic TOD research topics and others as assigned
Distribute design and construction deliverable documents, track and compile reviewer comments
Review and circulate draft property transfer documents and agreements
Qualification
Required
Applicants must be a current college student in good academic standing, enrolled in an accredited associate, bachelor's or graduate degree program in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Public Administration, Real Estate, or other non-technical discipline or relevant two-year certificate
Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and platforms (SharePoint, OneDrive)
Familiarity with basic real estate concepts and principles
Familiarity with basic urban planning and community development principles
Knowledge of communities and neighborhoods adjacent to Sound Transit service lines both active and under development
Basic budget and financial document comprehension and analysis
Preferred
Experience in community engagement and outreach best practices
Ability to read and understand architectural and engineering plans
Benefits
Health Benefits: We offer two choices of medical plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan all at no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive benefits for employees and eligible dependents, including a spouse or domestic partner.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid Time Off: An accrual of up to 4 hours per pay period. Up to 2 floating holidays.
Full-time interns will receive an ORCA card at no cost. This card can be used on buses, trains, water taxis in the Puget Sound region, along with the Monorail and Seattle Streetcar.
In addition to compensation and benefits, you’ll find that we provide work-life balance, opportunities for professional development and recognition from your colleagues.
Company
Sound Transit
Sound Transit is a public transit agency serving the Seattle metropolitan area.
Founded in 1996
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Juan Higuera
Chief of Staff to CEO
John S. Henry, CPA, CMA, CTP
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Recent News
2025-12-05
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