The Transit Fellow Program is an opportunity for current or future students or recent graduates with an interest in the transit industry to gain valuable, real-world experience. The Fellow will work closely with the WMATA Program Manager by supporting NVTC in its ongoing oversight, funding and governance work related to the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), or Metro. They will also have the chance to work with and learn from other NVTC staff over the course of their Fellowship.

We are seeking applicants available to begin the Fellowship in January 2027.

• Enrolled (or planning to enroll) in or recently graduated from a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree program in transportation, urban and regional planning, public administration, finance, data analytics or a related field.
• Interest in management and financial analysis, transit policy and funding.
• Working knowledge of public transit, labor dynamics, employee benefit programs and the Washington, D.C. region.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Willingness to learn through hands-on tasks, attending meetings, supporting NVTC activities, etc.
• Ability to work in a small team environment.

The duration ranges from 3 to 6 months (with options for performance-based extensions) with a weekly work schedule of 20 hours (minimum) up to 40 hours (maximum) per week and a hybrid work schedule (minimum required two days in the office, preferably Tuesday/Thursday, including attending Commission and Committee meetings in-person).

NVTC offers $23 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience, and provides transit benefits or paid parking. No other benefits are provided.

NVTC’s office is in the Court House area of Arlington, Virginia. Work hours are generally 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.  Additional work hours may include attending evening and weekend meetings or events.  Some local and regional travel may be required.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Applications received by 11:59 p.m. on November 18, 2026, will be prioritized.

• Submit a single PDF that includes a cover letter and resume describing your qualifications and interest in this position.
• Send applications to: opportunities@novatransit.org with the subject line ‘NVTC Transit Fellow Program’

It is recommended that you explain in your cover letter how your education and experience will contribute positively to this program and how this fellowship relates to your academic pursuits and/or career goals.

NVTC is an equal opportunity employer.

The Northern Virginia Transportation Commission serves as a regional forum for discussion and analysis of transit issues that are critically important to our economy and quality of life. Founded in 1964, in part to represent the interests of the Commonwealth during the establishment of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Agency (WMATA), NVTC is charged with the funding and stewardship of WMATA and the Virginia Railway Express (VRE), which it co-owns. NVTC is also the lead agency in the administration of the Commuter Choice program, a multi-decade effort that leverages toll revenues from Northern Virginia express lanes to support transit and multi-modal investments.