Position title
Transport for London Internship Placements 2025 In United Kingdom
Description
Transport for London (TfL) is offering exciting internship placements for 2025, designed to give students and early-career individuals a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within one of the world’s most innovative and dynamic transport organizations. During your internship, you will be immersed in key projects that help shape the future of transportation in London. This is an invaluable opportunity to develop your professional skills while contributing to TfL’s mission to make London’s transport system safer, more efficient, and sustainable.
Responsibilities
As a TfL Intern, you will:
- Support Transport Operations: Contribute to the smooth running of various transport services, including the London Underground, buses, and river services.
- Assist with Project Delivery: Work alongside project teams to support the delivery of major infrastructure projects, such as station upgrades, new transport services, and technology solutions.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: Assist in analyzing transport data to help improve services, reduce congestion, and increase passenger satisfaction.
- Research and Policy Development: Conduct research to support policy development, sustainability initiatives, and strategies to improve transport accessibility across London.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Help coordinate communications and work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective project delivery and service updates.
- Customer Experience Improvement: Support teams working on enhancing the passenger experience by evaluating feedback, identifying areas for improvement, and helping implement solutions.
- Professional Development: Participate in workshops, networking events, and training sessions designed to enhance your skills in transport, infrastructure, project management, and policy.
Qualifications
- Eligibility: Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate degree program at a UK university and due to graduate in 2026 or later.
- Academic Requirements: There are no specific degree requirements; however, a background in transport, engineering, urban planning, business, or related fields may be beneficial.
- Right to Work: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
- Commitment: Applicants must be able to commit to a full-time, paid internship (usually 8-12 weeks) during the summer of 2025.
Experience
- No Previous Work Experience Required: This is an entry-level internship, and previous professional experience is not mandatory. However, any relevant volunteer work, academic projects, or extracurricular involvement related to transport, urban planning, or business will be considered an advantage.
- Interest in Transport: A strong interest in public transport systems, sustainable infrastructure, and urban development is desirable.
Skills
- Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, draw insights, and help solve complex problems related to transport systems.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and collaborate effectively.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and provide innovative solutions to challenges faced by the transport system.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within teams, collaborating with people from different departments and backgrounds.
- Attention to Detail: Demonstrated attention to detail, particularly when working with data or producing reports.
- Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) is essential. Knowledge of data analysis software (e.g., Python, R) or CAD tools is a plus but not mandatory.
Job Benefits
- Competitive Salary: A competitive internship salary to support you during your placement.
- Professional Development: Access to mentoring, workshops, and career development opportunities, including exposure to senior leaders within TfL.
- Networking: Opportunities to network with professionals in the transport and infrastructure sectors, gaining insights into the workings of a large public sector organization.
- Experience at a World-Leading Transport Organization: Gain firsthand experience working within one of the world’s leading transport systems.
- Work-Life Balance: TfL is committed to promoting work-life balance, with flexibility in work arrangements where possible.
- Inclusivity: TfL fosters a diverse and inclusive environment and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
How To Apply
- Application Form: Complete the online application form available on the TfL Careers website.
- Personal Statement: Submit a personal statement outlining why you are interested in the internship, your motivation to contribute to public transport, and how your skills align with the role.
- CV/Resume: Include an up-to-date CV highlighting your academic achievements, any relevant work experience, and extracurricular activities.
- Assessment Process: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take part in a structured assessment process, which may include online tests, interviews, and a presentation.
Hiring organization
Employment Type
Intern
Duration of employment
6 Months
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Job Location
London, England, United Kingdom,, London,, England,, E1 7DS,, United Kingdom,
Working Hours
8
Base Salary
€10-€20
Date posted
November 25, 2024
Valid through
November 14, 2026
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