Summer Internship, Caltrain Rail Safety Department

Salary: $25.00 Hourly

Location : Millbrae, CA

Job Type: Intern

Job Number: SI26-00018

Division: Rail

Department: Rail Division

Opening Date: 02/06/2026

Closing Date: 3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

General

Caltrain is committed to delivering a robust Internship Program giving students the opportunity to apply the skills learned in the classroom, develop professional skills, and acquire a thorough understanding of a unique public transit agency. The San Mateo County Transit District is a Special District, it is the managing agency for SamTrans, Caltrain, San Mateo County Transportation Authority, and the 101 Express Lanes Project.

The Summer Intern program is designed to include real work projects in each area gives students the opportunity to consider a career in the transit industry - including tours of bus and train facilities, opportunities to learn about the multitude of career tracks within transit through information sessions, and professional development such as resume writing and interview skill development. We hope interns will gain invaluable experience by partnering and with and learning from our team of professionals.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Temporary (Non-Exempt or Hourly)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 11:59pm

WORK LOCATION: 166 N Rollins Rd, Millbrae, CA 94030

WORK SCHEDULE: Starting June 22, 2026 - 320 Hours Maximum

The Caltrain Rail Safety Department oversees railroad and system safety across operations, infrastructure, and capital projects, with responsibility for regulatory compliance, field safety oversight, and emergency preparedness.

The department supports Engineering, Construction, Operations, and contract operators to ensure work in and around the railroad right-of-way is performed safely.

Rail Safety also leads the System Safety Program Plan, Fire and Life Safety Program, and safety culture initiatives to reduce risk and support safe, reliable service.

Declared majors in the following relevant fields is preferred-industrial engineering, construction management, public administration, safety and health disciplines, transportation studies, and transportation planning.

Essential Functions & Duties

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university as an incoming Junior or Senior undergraduate student, graduate student, or 2023 graduate.

Must be able to work onsite in San Carlos for the duration of the program (June - August), not to exceed 40 hours/week or 320 cumulative hours. OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Proficient in Microsoft Suites (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Strong situational awareness and attention to detail

Clear written and verbal communication

Basic technology and data entry skills

Effective time management and task follow-through

Ability to work collaboratively with a problem-solving mindset.

Familiarity with public transit systems, public agencies, and construction safety or a related safety field is preferred.

This internship requires you to be physically able to do site visits and successfully complete safety training. The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions. Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.

How to Apply

Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date. Resumes and cover letters will not be accepted in lieu of fully completed applications. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that applications are completed with all relevant information (experience, education, certifications, licenses, references and/or other information).

The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position is not eligible for benefits.