Intern, Project Controls - Rail + Transit

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

Are you a civil engineering or construction management student eager to apply your skills to real-world Rail + Transit projects as part of a structured Internship Program? Do you want to work alongside experienced professionals who will mentor and guide you as you develop your expertise in Project Controls? If so, this Intern opportunity is for you!

Responsibilities & Qualifications

What You’ll Be Doing:

As part of our dynamic Rail + Transit project controls team, you'll gain valuable, hands-on experience in a collaborative and supportive environment. Your role will include:

• Exploring Project Plans – Learn how to interpret and work with rail and transit project schedules, cost estimates, and contract documents.

• Analyzing Project Performance – Assist in tracking project progress, identifying risks, and supporting cost control efforts.

• Digging into the Numbers – Perform quantity take-offs, assist with budget analysis, and support project financial tracking.

• Building Your Technical Skills – Gain experience in schedule development, earned value management, and risk assessment.

• Collaborating with Experts – Work closely with project managers, schedulers, cost engineers, and other team members on innovative transit infrastructure projects.

• Producing Real Deliverables – Contribute to progress reports, cost control documents, and scheduling updates under the guidance of senior professionals.

• Applying Industry Standards – Learn to use industry-standard project controls software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and cost estimating tools.

• Experiencing the Field – Participate in site visits and inspections to gain exposure to real-world project execution.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – You enjoy working with data to help improve project outcomes.

• Great communication skills – Whether it’s writing reports or collaborating with a team, you’re a clear and professional communicator.

• A balance of independence and teamwork – You can take initiative while also working effectively with others.

• A commitment to learning and innovation – You’re always looking for ways to improve and grow.

• A strong sense of integrity and responsibility – You take pride in doing things the right way.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Current undergraduate student (or higher) in an accredited Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related program.

• Demonstrated interest in Project Controls for Rail + Transit projects.

• Experience with MS Word, Excel, and project management software.

• Knowledge of Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling tools is a big plus!

• Ability to be based on-site at one of our California office locations is important.

This is your chance to apply your classroom knowledge to real Rail + Transit projects, work with industry leaders, and jump-start your career in project controls. Ready to make an impact? Join us and gain the experience that will set you apart!

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $25.00 - $27.00 hourly for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities. 

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.