2026 Ann Fitzgerald Flemer College Mentorship Program (Internship)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is an equal\-opportunity, non\-discriminatory employer. MTC provides all employees and applicants with an equal opportunity in every aspect of the employment experience regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical handicap, medical condition or marital status.

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 2026 AT 11:59 PM

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ABOUT MTC

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is the transportation planning, financing and coordinating agency for the nine\-county San Francisco Bay Area. It is the federally designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and the state designated Regional Transportation Planning Agency (RTPA) for the nine\-county San Francisco Bay Area. MTC provides services to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG). For more information about MTC, visit www.mtc.ca.gov.

THE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

MTC is excited to announce its Ann Fitzgerald Flemer College Mentorship Program for the summer of 2026\. Ann Fitzgerald Flemer was the former MTC Deputy Executive Director who began her 32\-year career at MTC as a college intern herself in 1982\. Over the following decades, she became a cherished mentor to an entire generation of leaders at MTC and at many of our partner agencies. MTC is proud to name the College Mentorship Program after Deputy Executive Director Flemer, honoring her memory of mentorship and service.

The Program provides students/mentees with the opportunity to gain professional work experience in business operations, planning, budget and financial planning and analysis, treasury and revenue, funding policy, estuary, legislation and public affairs, regional network management and sustainable mobility and operations.

For the summer of 2026, students/mentees will have the opportunity to work remotely as well as in the office full\-time for eight weeks from Monday, June 22, 2026, through Friday, August 14, 2026. Mentees will have job assignments and a dedicated mentor who will help develop and guide them in their overall career interests and provide real\-life work experience of what it is like to work for a regional government agency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES \& RESPONSIBILITIES

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Applicants should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Organizational and analytical skills, detail\-oriented
• Research and documentation skills
• Data analysis and/or financial analysis skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to gather, organize and interpret data; critical problem solving
• Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Able to work within time constraints and produce a finished product according to specifications
• Strong writing, communications, and presentation skills
• Able to work effectively with a variety of people
• Be self\-motivated
• Sound knowledge in MS applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, MS Office/Office 365\)
• Flexible to perform other tasks as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

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To be considered for this mentorship program, you must be enrolled at least half\-time in an accredited community college or university, four\-year undergraduate or graduate program preferably within the nine county San Francisco Bay Area. Individuals who have already graduated (no earlier than December 2025\) may be considered up to eight (8\) months post\-graduation. Be prepared to attach a current copy of your transcript to your on\-line application.

We are looking for students who are majoring in or planning to major in fields such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, City and Regional Planning, Urban Studies, Public Policy, Government Relations, Marketing, Natural Science, Finance/Accounting, and Information Systems/Computer Science. However, other fields of study and undeclared majors will also be considered.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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For the summer of 2026, we have opportunities in the following areas:

1\. Active Transportation \& Bay Trail – The mentee will primarily support the Bay Trail Needs, Operations and Maintenance Assessment (NOMA), a project focused on understanding the current conditions, amenities, and accessibility of the Bay Trail. The NOMA will result in publicly accessible maps and guidance on operations and maintenance best practices to ensure the trail remains accessible, safe, and welcoming to all users. The mentee will complete a tangible deliverable that reflects their work and can serve as a portfolio piece. The specific deliverable will be determined based on project needs and timeline and the mentee’s interests. Options include: Field Survey Findings Presentation; Cultural Assets Research Memo \& Map; Bay Trail Photo Library. While the intern will contribute meaningfully to real project work, we will also support their professional development by offering opportunities to learn, shadow, network, and gain insight into how regional active transportation initiatives are planned and managed.

2\. Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) Position \#1 – The mentee will have the opportunity to explore BAHFA’s core areas of work—housing production, preservation, and tenant protection—while working directly with the Doorway team. The mentee will support ongoing management of the Doorway Housing Portal (housingbayarea.org), with a particular emphasis on outreach to key stakeholder communities, including housing seekers, local jurisdictions, and professional partners such as affordable housing developers and property managers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful regional housing solutions while learning from a collaborative and mission\-driven team. Preferred Skills: Passionate interest in helping to house Bay Area residents; Interest in local government; Ability to work and communicate with diverse audiences.

3\. Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) Position \#2 – The Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) is California’s first regional housing finance agency, created in 2019 to tackle the Bay Area’s housing crisis through the “3 Ps”: producing new affordable homes, preserving existing affordable housing, and protecting vulnerable tenants from displacement. BAHFA also leads regional initiatives like the Doorway affordable housing portal, eviction research, and a comprehensive housing pipeline, while coordinating with local governments through MTC and ABAG to ensure policies and investments advance equity and reach communities most impacted by the affordability crisis. The mentee will support the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA), California’s first Regional Housing Finance Authority established in 2019, by assisting staff in evaluating the efficacy of its early housing preservation pilot programs and in standing up a new mixed\-income financing program. The mentee would likely learn: How public agencies set up new financing tools; The mechanics of funding affordable housing at scale; How to evaluate the feasibility of housing projects from a financial lens; Grant and loan management over time. Preferred Skills: Policy Interpretation and/or Analytical Research; Data Collection and Analysis; Writing/Editing.

4\. Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) \- Are you interested in supporting energy efficiency and public\-sector programs that improve housing, small businesses, and local governments across the Bay Area? The Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) is seeking a Communications mentee to support BayREN’s communications efforts through research, organization, content audits, and strategy development, with guidance and regular check\-ins with a mentor. BayREN is a collaboration of the nine Bay Area counties and the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) that works to reduce energy use, water consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions while improving comfort, health, and resilience in local communities. Preferred Skills: Interest in public\-sector work, sustainability, energy efficiency, or community\-focused programs; Strong written communication skills and attention to detail; Basic research and analytical skills; Organizational skills and interest in content management; Familiarity with social media platforms; some exposure to YouTube is a plus.

5\. Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) Position \#1 – The mentee will work with the Bay Area Toll Authorityteam supporting key Bay Area Toll Bridge initiatives, including the Open Road Tolling (ORT) project, toll bridge policy development, and toll bridge maintenance and asset management programs. Through this mentorship, the mentee will gain hands\-on exposure to large\-scale transportation infrastructure projects within a regional public agency setting and develop practical skills in project coordination, data analysis, policy research, and professional communication while working alongside engineers, planners, and policy professionals. The experience will provide valuable insight into public sector project delivery and help clarify potential career pathways in transportation engineering and planning. The mentee will:

• Assist with invoice tracking and basic documentation review
• Support data entry, organization, and introductory\-level data analysis
• Attend internal and external project meetings
• Assisting with preparation of meeting materials and summaries
• Supporting research and analysis related to toll bridge policy
• Participating in supervised field visits to active construction sites
• Assisting with coordination tasks across multidisciplinary teams

Preferred Skills: Interest in transportation infrastructure and public sector projects; Strong organizational and time management skills; Basic data analysis skills (Excel or similar tools preferred); Ability to interpret technical or policy documents with guidance; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Willingness to learn and engage in a collaborative team environment.

6\. Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) Position \#2 \- The Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA) manages the toll revenues from the Bay Area’s seven state\-owned bridges. Our section plays a key role in ensuring that these funds are efficiently and responsibly invested back into the region’s critical bridge infrastructure. We work closely with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to maintain the toll bridges in a state of good repair. This includes identifying maintenance needs, developing rehabilitation strategies, implementing risk reduction measures, and prioritizing projects that support the long\-term performance, safety, and reliability of these complex structures.

The mentee will gain hands\-on exposure to bridge asset management, project prioritization, risk assessment, project management, as well as experience in communicating technical information to public audiences. They will also develop stronger technical judgment by bridging the gap between theory and practice, along with a clearer understanding of how engineering decisions are made at a regional level.

The mentee will support ongoing bridge asset management activities for the Bay Area’s seven state\-owned toll bridges. Their work will include assisting with asset condition reviews, analyzing inspection reports, developing life cycle models, participating in field visits, and helping develop recommendations for maintenance and rehabilitation needs. The mentee will contribute to project prioritization efforts by evaluating risks, understanding cost drivers, and impacts on bridge conditions. The mentee will participate in project management tasks such as preparing meeting materials, drafting technical summaries, tracking project progress, and coordinating with Caltrans and other local agencies. The mentee will help with tasks related to various phases of projects in addition to supporting Toll Bridge policy research and analysis. Preferred Skills and Qualifications: Strong data analysis and technical skills; Currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with interest in bridges; Microsoft skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

7\. Budgets and Financial Planning and Analysis (BFPA) Position \#1 – The mentee will assist in accomplishing the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation requirements for the BFPA section; support BFPA staff to format/update/complete canned and ad hoc budget or financial reports; assist in financial analysis of actual transactions for agency entities through searching in the financial system and coordinating with other staff; support the budget staff in the coding and budget inputs of agency entities for the upcoming operating and capital budget; and support with grant administration, compliance monitoring and reporting. Preferred Skills: Microsoft skills, especially Excel (important), Word and PowerPoint, and Adobe pdf; Financial and/or Data Analysis and Reconciliation; Some ERP system knowledge; General Technical Skills\- Software and Hardware.

8\. Budgets and Financial Planning and Analysis (BFPA) Position \#2 – The Budgets and Financial Planning and Analysis (BFPA) section is at the heart of the agency's financial operations. Our team plays a critical role in developing, monitoring, and publishing the agency's operating and capital budgets, ensuring the organization runs efficiently and responsibly. We produce budget presentations and financial analysis, support grant compliance and collaborate with program staff on Overall Work Plan (OWP) development by coordinating budgets, providing financial planning and analysis, and supporting staff in aligning funds with planned work. This mentorship offers a rare opportunity to gain meaningful, hands\-on experience in public sector finance from the inside. The mentee will develop a well\-rounded understanding of how a major agency plans, manages, and reports on its finances, and skills that are highly transferable and in demand across both public and private sectors. Beyond technical skills, the mentee will build real professional relationships, gain exposure to large\-scale financial systems, and walk away with the confidence and practical knowledge needed to launch or advance a career as a financial analyst. The mentee will assist and support with Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Budget Development, Contract \& Encumbrance Review, Grants Administration and ERP System Implementation. Preferred Skills: Financial and/or data analysis and reconciliation; Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat; Familiarity with ERP systems or other financial software is a plus.

9\. Capital Program Delivery –The mentee will work with the Capital Program Delivery team on delivering Forward Initiative projects, with the goal of enhancing commute experience and reducing greenhouse gas emissions within the Bay Area. The Forward Initiatives are established under the framework of Plan Bay Area 2040/2050 to address the transportation needs in the SF Bay Area. The candidate will help with tasks related to various phases of capital projects from procurement and contract to design and construction. This may involve attending meetings, performing preparatory tasks, attending field visits to the construction site, etc. The ideal mentee would have a Civil Engineering background or is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, possesses strong time management skills, communicates effectively with team members, and is able to document, gather, and coordinate project information. Preferred Skills: Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; Sound knowledge in MS applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Office/Office 365\); Ability to exercise sound judgment.

10\. Clipper Program – Clipper® is the Bay Area’s all\-in\-one transit card, with discounts for youth, seniors, people with disabilities and people with low incomes. The mentee will learn about major project delivery, successful regional coordination and the components of maintaining, improving and upgrading a transit fare payment system that serves millions of people. The mentee will also learn about providing world\-class customer service and outreach to maintain Clipper’s high customer satisfaction ratings. The mentorship will focus on developing skills related to critical thinking, program coordination with transit operator partners, and understanding how MTC supports the region to improve mobility for its residents. The Clipper team will provide mentors for the mentee covering such topics as budgets, funding, project delivery, program management, data analysis and customer service. In addition, the mentee will have access to the entire Clipper staff who can provide subject matter expertise as well as career guidance. Preferred Skills: Data Analysis; Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel; Excellent Communication skills; Ability to work and communicate with diverse audiences.

11\. Data Strategy and Analytics Position \#1 – The Data Strategy \& Analytics (DSA) section supports agency\-wide planning and operations by developing, governing, and integrating enterprise data assets that inform regional transportation, land use, and policy decision\-making. A core focus of the section is ensuring that data is discoverable, well\-documented, and consistently structured across programs. Within DSA, theBASIS Program is a foundational geospatial data initiative focused on integrating core land\-use and infrastructure datasets, such as parcels, zoning, and buildings, using a master parcel index dataset as the organizing backbone. The mentee will support the BASIS Program by assisting with geospatial data inventory, information architecture, and data\-focused website development activities. Work may include:

• Assisting with the documentation and organization of parcel\-based and related geospatial datasets, including dataset purpose, structure, and relationships
• Supporting the inventory and description of datasets connected through the master parcel index, helping clarify how the hub\-and\-spoke model is implemented
• Helping organize and maintain metadata and reference materials that align with MTC’s Data Governance Framework
• Assisting with the development of the BASIS website from a data and content perspective, including drafting dataset descriptions, explanatory text, and supporting visuals that communicate how BASIS data is structured and used
• Conducting background research and synthesis related to geospatial data standards, parcel\-based data integration, and best practices in data documentation
• Attending selected project and coordination meetings to observe how geospatial data decisions are made across programs
• Preparing written summaries, diagrams, or simple visual materials that explain geospatial data relationships and architecture to non\-technical audiences

This role is designed to provide meaningful exposure to geospatial data systems, data governance, and project coordination, rather than software engineering or advanced programming. Preferred Skills: Data Modeling and Information Architecture (Geospatial Focus); Policy Interpretation and/or Analytical Research; Project Management and Soft Skills (Collaboration \& Communication).

12\. Data Strategy and Analytics Position \#2 – The Data Strategy \& Analytics (DSA) section leads the agency’s data strategy, analytics, and data\-driven decision\-making efforts. DSA is composed of data scientists, data analysts, and application developers. Our team supports MTC by maintaining core data platforms and tools, advancing agency\-wide data governance, and delivering high\-impact analytical projects. We work closely with departments across the agency to ensure that data resources are well\-managed, accessible, and effectively used to support MTC’s regional planning and policy goals.

The mentee will gain firsthand exposure to the Business Intelligence Engineer (BIE) and Data Analyst (DA) career paths, learning how these roles operate within a technical team at MTC. Through a guided data initiative, the mentee will develop practical experience working with real datasets, tools, and workflows commonly used in the field. In addition to technical growth, the mentorship will help the mentee strengthen communication, problem\-solving, and collaboration skills essential for success in BIE and DA roles. The mentee will contribute to a data\-driven project involving data preparation, analysis, and visualization. One potential project is supporting Vital Signs (https://vitalsigns.mtc.ca.gov/), MTC/ABAG’s interactive website that provides data, visualizations, and narrative insights on key Bay Area trends in land use, transportation, the environment, the economy, and equity. Depending on interests and career goals, the mentee may also work on other analytical or dashboarding projects. Through this work, they will not only gain hands\-on experience developing datasets and visualizations but also build a deeper understanding of how regional datasets reflect conditions and trends in Bay Area communities. Preferred Skills: Strong interest in using data to uncover insights, identify trends, and support data\-driven decision making; Basic proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL for data cleaning, analysis, and exploration; Familiarity with data visualization and dashboarding tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to communicate insights effectively.

13\. Legislation and Public Affairs – The Visual Communications mentee will work on two projects: helping MTC transition from the current Digital Asset Management (DAM) photo library catalog to a new DAM and supporting the larger Communications team with tasks big and small, such as creating static and video assets for social media, researching media contacts at local and statewide news outlets, assisting at project photo shoots, and other needs as they arise. Ideal applicants will have an interest in photography and/or videography; enthusiasm for creating digital content (videos, social media posts, blog posts, etc.); demonstrated experience with Adobe Lightroom or Adobe Bridge; strong understanding of image file formats; and familiarity with metadata standards and copyright concepts. Preferred Skills: Experience with creating short\-form videos for social media and digital platforms, such as TikTok, YouTube, Instagram Stories, etc.; proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere and After Effects.

14\. Mobility Division – The Mobility Division is comprised of four sections: CART (Capital Delivery, Asset Management \& Roadside Tolling), SUMO (Sustainable Mobility \& Operations), RNM (Regional Network Management) and Clipper. The division has over 100 staff and is responsible for delivering mobility solutions and essential traveler services, including transit coordination, transit fare and toll payments, express lanes, bicycle and pedestrian trails, bike share, traveler information, 511 emergency response and asset management for the region’s toll bridges. The mentee’s responsibilities will include gathering and organizing a Salesforce contact database for all 27 Bay Area transit agencies, actively supporting the planning and execution of the Division’s August Town Hall—including logistics coordination, PowerPoint development, and agenda creation—and assisting with day\-to\-day operational needs. In addition, the mentee will collaborate closely with the Division’s three Executive Assistants on developing and implementing Asana\-based projects designed to streamline and enhance operational workflows. Over the course of eight weeks, the mentee will gain comprehensive experience in providing high\-level administrative support to a Deputy Executive Director and a division of more than 100 staff. Preferred Skills: Organizational and analytical skills, detail\-oriented; Data management, data entry, administrative tasks; Asana (project, task management application); Able to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment.

15\. Office of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) – The Office of the Chief Operating Officer (COO) coordinates the agency’s various internal operations. The portfolio includes Human Resources; the Clerk Unit; Procurement, Risk and Property Management; and Technology Services. These four areas encompass the inner workings of MTC and include the following functions: talent acquisition, employee onboarding, benefits, personnel matters, staff learning and development, management of the various commission and board meetings, procurements and contracting, purchasing, risk and regulatory, property management, business operations and IT to name a few. In this business area of the COO, these departments work synergistically to orchestrate MTC’s operational needs. The mentee will provide high\-level administrative, operational, and project support to the Lead Executive Assistant in service of the COO’s office. The mentee will help ensure smooth coordination of schedules, communications, materials, and internal processes that keep the COO’s portfolio running efficiently. Preferred Skills: Detail\-oriented, organizational and analytical skills, ability to exercise sound judgement, knowledge of MS Office and its various applications.

16\. Purchasing and Contracting– The mentee may assist with data migration, functionality testing, training, and other activities to ensure a smoother transition. The mentee will also assist in reviewing how artificial intelligence can be used in the procurement, purchasing, and contracting process. This could include the creation of a questions and answers feature on our SharePoint site, creating better processes, or creating better templates. Preferred Skills: Policy Interpretation and/or Analytical Research; Data Entry, Data Management; General Technical Skills\-Software and Hardware; Soft Skills (i.e. organization, diligent attention to detail, prioritizing work, communication, collaboration, teamwork, etc.); Presentation Skills; and Interest or Experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Programs.

17\. Regional Network Management – This is an exciting opportunity to support a variety of regionwide transit efforts! The mentee will contribute to each of the RNM initiatives: Transit Fare Coordination and Integration; Mapping and Wayfinding; Transit Priority Efforts; Accessibility Efforts; and Performance Measures. The mentee may conduct research; develop data analyses or visualizations; review and write memos and reports; conduct project site visits; prepare for, attend, and summarize meetings; and perform other duties, depending on their skills and interests. For example, the mentee may assist the Transit Priority Roadway Assessment project manager with tasks, including reviewing consultant deliverables and attending meetings, and may also support the Fare Programs policy analyst with tasks, including the development and maintenance of data pipelines and dashboards to monitor program performance. Preferred Skills: Data Visualization and Storytelling; Self\-Motivated; Organized and Quality\-Oriented.

18\. Regional Planning Program \- The Housing and Local Planning mentee will support preparation for Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) Cycle 7 by helping evaluate and improve the Local Jurisdiction Survey used in the prior cycle. This survey plays a key role in shaping how housing needs are allocated across the region. The work may include:

• Reviewing prior RHNA survey materials and process documentation.
• Identifying lessons learned from the previous cycle.
• Recommending ways to streamline and clarify survey questions while maintaining compliance with state law.
• Drafting a proposed outline or revised structure for the next survey.
• Developing a concise guide to help jurisdictions understand why the survey matters and how it connects to the broader RHNA process.

The mentee will work closely with staff through weekly check\-ins and will present a final summary of recommendations at the end of the program. Preferred Skills: Strong writing and analytical skills; interest in housing, equity, or regional planning policy; research and organizational skills.

19\. Regulatory Risk \& Management \- The Regulatory Risk \& Management (RRM) Unit helps ensure that the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) follows state and federal rules when spending public transportation funds. Our work supports fair, inclusive, and transparent contracting practices across the nine\-county Bay Area. The RRM Unit oversees important compliance programs such as Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Title VI (Civil Rights), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and prevailing wage requirements. We work with staff across MTC, as well as contractors, consultants, and partner agencies, to make sure transportation projects are delivered equitably and in compliance with funding requirements.

This mentorship is designed to give students and early\-career participants real\-world exposure to how compliance and equity programs work in a public transportation agency. The mentee will learn how laws and policies are applied in practice—not just on paper—but how compliance supports accountability in government projects. By the end of the program, the mentee will:

• Understand how compliance programs like DBE, SBE, Title VI, and ADA support transportation investments
• Learn how public agencies monitor contracts and grants funded by state and federal sources
• Gain insight into career pathways in public service, compliance, procurement, and risk management
• Build professional skills such as communication, confidence, and working in a team environment
• Receive mentorship, guidance, and regular check\-ins focused on career exploration and professional growth

This experience is intended to be educational, supportive, and exploratory, with an emphasis on learning and exposure rather than prior expertise. No prior compliance or transportation experience is required—just curiosity, reliability, and a willingness to learn. With guidance from the Principal Compliance Manager, the Compliance mentee will shadow staff and assist with day\-to\-day compliance activities. Tasks may include:

• Supporting the monitoring of subcontractor participation on contracts
• Assisting with compliance documentation and basic reporting related to grants and contracts
• Observing how compliance reviews are conducted during post\-award contract administration
• Reviewing updates and guidance from the Federal Transit Administration related to DBE, Title VI, and ADA
• Sitting in on trainings and technical assistance sessions for staff and external partners
• Helping with basic data review, organization, and analysis using spreadsheets or databases
• Assisting with other tasks as needed to support the team and enhance learning

Preferred Skills: Interest in public service, or transportation policy; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Basic analytical or technical skills, such as working with data, spreadsheets, or documents.

20\. San Francisco Estuary Partnership (SFEP) Position \#1 \- The San Francisco Estuary Partnership is part of the National Estuary Program, a non\-regulatory program of the EPA created through the Clean Water Act. Our planning area encompasses the San Francisco Estuary and its watersheds, from the Sacramento\-San Joaquin Delta to the San Francisco Bay. The San Francisco Estuary Partnership and its collaborators are meeting the moment of climate change in the San Francisco Estuary. We take a community\-centered approach to improve water quality, increase the quantity of fresh water available to the area, improve habitat for wildlife, and help the Estuary become more climate resilient in a way that promotes equitable and just outcomes. The mentee will gain hands\-on experience in program planning and implementation, digital communications, and event logistics and operations. The responsibilities of the mentee include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Under the leadership of the Estuary Youth Council (EYC) Program Manager, support implementation of EYC programming focused on experiential environmental education and leadership development
• Provide logistics and event support for monthly in\-person and remote program events
• Maintain participation records for all youth participants, including sign\-in sheets and online sign\-up forms
• Follow up with youth participants after monthly in\-person programs to share supplemental and enrichment program materials
• Coordinate, draft, and develop program communications materials (e\-newsletter \& social media) with the support of the EYC program manager and program partners
• Conduct outreach to potential guest speakers and support the EYC program manager in establishing and maintaining partnerships with program partners
• Track program activities to ensure timely progress towards completing overall program goals, specific grant deliverables, and other commitments as needed.

Preferred Skills: Familiarity with environmental justice principles; Excellent writing and editing skills; Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines; Layout or graphic design skills suited for social media and e\-newsletters (preferred); Experience working with queer youth, youth of color, and/or marginalized communities (preferred); Comfort in facilitating groups of people (preferred).

21\. San Francisco Estuary Partnership Position \#2\- The San Francisco Estuary Partnership (SFEP) convenes agencies and organizations in the region, catalyzing regional work toward our collective vision of a healthy Estuary. Our Adaptation and Resilience Technical Assistance Program provides support to local governments, community\-based organizations, and Tribes. The mentee will support the creation of a charrette\-style workshop focused on current governance challenges for multi\-benefit coastal adaptation in the Bay Area. This effort will consist of engagement of multiple stakeholders from around the region, including agency partners (such as the Bay Conservation and Development Commission), local project champions and municipalities, designers \& engineers, and community representatives, with the goal of addressing the urgent need to scale\-up ‘nature\-based solutions’ for sea level rise in the Bay Area. The mentee will focus their work on development and deployment of a survey to inform the direction of the workshop, as well as support for SFEP staff in planning the workshop itself. If time allows, the mentee will participate in the workshop and develop follow\-up materials. The mentee will help lead:

* Survey Development by soliciting workshop subject matter from regional entities utilizing a survey or other ranking to establish key topic areas to focus on.

* Workshop Logistics by supporting location reservation, technical support, physical setup, partner coordination, and day\-of support.

The mentee will also support creation of the workshop and its outputs in the following ways:

* Partner \& Audience Mapping: Help identify key participants (subject matter experts, local elected officials, project champions, etc) to invite to the workshop.

* Draft Agenda: Support creation of the workshop agenda, including potentially taking the lead on creating a specific session that aligns with mentee interests.

* Information Gathering: Help to prepare workshop materials for participants, including potentially drawings, data, maps, and technical briefings, etc as needed);

* Prioritization Exercises: Potentially help to create workshop exercises by working on collaborative drawing, or other interactive methods like dot\-voting or matrix ranking to prioritize projects, on a case basis.

* Synthesize Outputs: Help to compile action items and outputs from the workshop, including suggested strategy, schedule and potential visuals (drawings, maps, data) into a summary report, and share this draft report with participants for feedback.

Preferred Skills: Soft skills (i.e. communication, collaboration, teamwork, etc.); Policy Interpretation and/or Analytical Research; Survey Development and/or Methodology

22\. San Francisco Estuary Partnership Position \#3 \- The Communications team within the San Francisco Estuary Partnership is responsible for managing both internal and external communications; developing and implementing program specific and agency wide communication strategies; as well as developing most communication deliverables which can include social media posts, newsletters, press releases, posters and banners, internal communication resources, and more. This is a dynamic role working with people across multiple disciplines and areas of expertise. The mentee will play a critical role in developing and rolling out communication deliverables that enhance the Estuary Partnership’s public image and in helping the public to better understand its work and impact. The ideal candidate is a talented communicator passionate about crafting compelling messages and visuals that engage and inform a broad audience. They are also passionate about regional environmental work, and interested in working on multiple projects independently and collaboratively. Preferred Skills: Curiosity; Soft skills (i.e. communication, collaboration, teamwork, etc.); Graphic Design skills and/or the strong ability to draft and review copy (i.e., writing and editing skills).

23\. San Francisco Estuary Partnership Position \#4 \- The San Francisco Estuary is named in the federal Clean Water Act as one of 28 “estuaries of national significance." The San Francisco Estuary Partnership builds partnerships and leverages federal funding with millions of dollars in state and local funds for regional\-scale restoration, water quality improvement, and resilience\-building projects. SFEP has worked for over 35 years together with local communities and federal and state agencies to improve the health of California’s largest estuary.

The mentee will support work on the Restoring Wildcat Creek: Community\-Led Watershed Health Update and Priority Project Implementation project, which intends to create a watershed\-scale restoration action plan and implement critically needed restoration in the lower part of the watershed. The project will create design plans to address the gaps in the Wildcat Creek Trail that prevent underserved communities from accessing the shoreline and the planned improvements there. This project will align riparian management efforts throughout the watershed by identifying and prioritizing restoration projects informed by data collection and analysis. The mentee will take away an understanding of watershed\-scale restoration and management strategies, complex project partner relationship dynamics, community\-led trail design and implementation project prioritization, and general knowledge of SFEP’s extensive restoration project suite throughout the region.

Wildcat Project

• Assist in the review and assessment of consultant’s deliverables for Re\-WRAP (the Revised Wildcat Restoration Action Plan), helping to identify key insights that emerge and any gaps / feedback that should go back to the consultant
• Serve as a liaison for the consultant’s identification of data gaps, ensuring proposed studies meet broader objectives and that responsibilities are clearly communicated to and properly distributed among consultant and other partners
• Support community\-based organization partners in carrying out public listening and learning sessions toward developing trail alignments along Wildcat Creek
• Provide support for overall project management for Re\-WRAP and other tasks

Other Tasks/Duties may include:

• Support initiatives for the Estuary Youth Council and throughout SFEP
• Research and report on collaboration between SFEP and San Francisco Bay Regional Water Board, identifying areas of past success and areas of improvement for watershed maintenance
• Connect with folks from SFPUC through the mentor to gain further insight into public water utility operations
• Deliver end\-of\-summer presentation reflecting on lessons learned and potential recommendations (if applicable)
• Shadow MTC land use planning for projects and initiatives (where possible)

Preferred Skills: Soft skills (i.e. communication, collaboration, teamwork, etc.); Project Management; Data Entry, Data Management, Administrative Tasks

24\. Sustainable Mobility and Operations (SUMO) – The 511 Traveler Information mentee will gain first\-hand exposure to real\-time transportation operations and multi\-agency coordination and learn:

• How regional traveler information systems function behind the scenes
• How agencies verify and disseminate time\-sensitive information
• The importance of accuracy, clarity, and consistency in public\-facing communications
• How operational decision\-making impacts millions of daily travelers

The mentee will receive coaching on professional communication, stakeholder coordination, and public sector career pathways related to transportation operations, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), and regional mobility management. Preferred Skills: Strong Written \& Verbal Communication Skills; Organizational \& Project Management Skills; Analytical Thinking \& Attention to Detail.

25\. Technology Services – The Major Projects mentee will support active capital projects by participating in project meetings, assisting with documentation, reviewing consultant deliverables, and helping prepare materials such as project meeting minutes, status updates. The mentee may also assist with field verification, data tracking, and research related to permitting, code requirements, and building systems documentation. Additional assignments may include organizing project files, coordinating small scopes with vendors, and supporting process improvements initiatives within the team. Throughout the mentorship program, the mentee will gain hands on experience navigating project management within a public agency environment. Preferred Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills; Interest in project management or construction management; Ability to analyze and organize technical information; Familiarity with basic software skills (MS products like Excel, Slack, SharePoint); Interest in architecture, engineering, or technology will be helpful; Curiosity, accountability, and willingness to learn.

Benefits are limited to those mandated by law:

• Worker's Compensation.
• Unemployment Insurance.
• All interns are required by law to contribute into Social Security and

Medicare coverage.

MTC provides a Monthly Transit Subsidy.