Career Services Spotlight – Solomon Boukai, MPA ’18, MTA New York City Transit
I’m now working for the agency that most fits my career interests increasing the possibility of landing a Policy Analyst position within this area. I’m interning at MTA New York City Transit. The focus of my MPA is policy analysis and evaluation with special emphasis on transit policy and planning. I’m currently interning as a timekeeper processing payroll time sheets for Maintenance Parts Suppliers for Bus and Subway Depots. I found out about the Internship Program at MTA NYCT by meeting with Career Services Advisors. In fact, the only way to sign up for the MTA Internship Program is through Career Services. Beyond the Internship Program, the Advisors at Career Services helped me enhance my resume, prepare me for interviews, and advised me on job search strategies. Once you decide on your career path, remain persistent and confident. In the meantime, as you focus on getting an internship in your desired agency, look for related opportunities. While government agencies have varying areas of focus, what you learn from working there will most likely be transferable once you land an internship or job in your desired agency.