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Volanno Transportation Academy - Technical Track Internship

CompanyVolanno
LocationWashington
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 28, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will participate in site visits across aviation, rail, and local transit to observe technology landscapes and explore how AI, cloud computing, and analytics can enhance operations. They will complete a capstone project involving building or designing a technology solution for a transportation need and present it to Volanno leadership.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
47
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post, Volanno is a certified woman-owned small business based in Washington, DC. As an intelligent transportation solution provider, our services include custom software development, program management, and advanced data analytics. From scoping and defining to implementation and support, we are ready to support our clients’ needs at any stage of development in designing and building solutions that prepare them for the future. Volanno (formerly IT WORKS) is an award-winning, Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) providing software development, data analytics, and technology implementation solutions. Volanno has 15 years of experience delivering innovative solutions for the transportation industry. Our staff of 75+ has successfully delivered projects by leveraging Agile methods, technological and domain expertise, and management best practices. By working with Volanno’s expert teams, our clients consistently gain valuable business insights that secure success and sustainability. Learn about our brand transition to Volanno by reading our blog post.
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Technology Internship - Volanno Transportation Academy


Volanno, a leader in transportation technology and innovation, proudly announces the return of the Volanno Transportation Academy (VTA) for its second year— a 10-week, full-time, paid internship program designed to give students hands-on experience addressing the real-world challenges facing the transportation industry.


Through the Volanno Transportation Academy, participants will gain direct exposure to aviation, rail, and local transit operations through curated site visits, mentorship by industry experts, and project-based learning. Interns will choose one of four tracks — Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Technology, or Air Traffic Control.


Location: Washington, DC Metro Area (Site Visits Required)
Duration: 10 Weeks (Starting June 1, 2026)
Compensation: $20.00 per hour, Full-Time


About the Track:
The Technology Track is for students who want to apply cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), cloud platforms, and automation tools to modernize the transportation industry. After foundational learning, interns will select or propose a technology project to support a real transportation challenge.


What You'll Do:

  • Participate in site visits to observe the technology landscape in aviation, rail, and local transit.
  • Explore how AI, cloud computing, and analytics can enhance operations, safety, and customer experience in transportation.
  • Work with Volanno’s development team to prototype new tools or processes.
  • Meet with transportation leaders and industry experts.
  • Research new technology trends like connected infrastructure, digital twins, and predictive analytics.
  • Complete weekly video logs to document your journey.
  • Complete a capstone project focused on building or designing a technology solution for a transportation need and present it to Volanno leadership at the end of the program. 
  • Attend the graduation ceremony. 

Who Should Apply:

  • Students studying computer science, information technology, data analytics, engineering, or related fields.
  • Those with experience or strong interest in software development, AI/ML, cloud solutions, or cybersecurity.
  • Innovators who are passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems.

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Strong interest in technology innovation, software development, or transportation systems
  • Analytical mindset and enthusiasm for AI, data analytics, or cloud platforms
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with technical teams
  • Coursework or experience in computer science, data science, engineering, or related fields preferred

Company Profile:

Volanno is a Woman Owned Small Business based in Washington, DC. Volanno is 100% focused on transportation customers with enterprise level, practical, proven solutions to complex problems in the areas of software development, data analytics, and program management. 


Volanno is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, social or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Volanno will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Key Skills
Artificial IntelligenceCloud PlatformsAutomation ToolsSoftware DevelopmentData AnalyticsProject ManagementPrototypingPredictive AnalyticsCybersecurityResearchProblem Solving
Categories
TechnologyTransportationSoftwareData & AnalyticsEngineering