About the role#
This internship offers a look into railroad real estate and space planning. You will work alongside the Workplace Planning and Design team to support projects from the initial programming stage through final closeout. The role involves assisting with design and construction services for Amtrak buildings across the country. You will support business managers with daily tasks and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including architects, engineers, and contractors.
What you'll do#
- Assist with design and construction services for nationwide building projects.
- Review, update, and maintain interior design standards.
- Perform in-house AutoCAD design for smaller projects.
- Support space and occupancy planning, furniture installations, and move management.
- Conduct site audits and update real estate space planning floor plans.
- Learn project management tasks such as defining requirements, estimating costs, and managing schedules.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program for Interior Design, Architecture, Facilities Management, or Engineering.
- Completion of at least 2 years of undergraduate study or junior status.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD for design development and documentation.
- Interest in workplace strategy, capital planning, and project management.
Location & details#
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026 or Spring 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Travel: Up to 25%.
About Amtrak
Amtrak provides intercity passenger rail transportation across the United States and into three Canadian provinces. Founded in 1971, the company manages a network covering 21,000 route miles and serves over 500 destinations. It operates more than 300 trains daily with a workforce of over 13,000 employees. The headquarters is located in Washington, District of Columbia.
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