Summer 2027 LEAD Information Technology Intern

About the role

Wabtec offers a 10-week paid summer internship in its LEAD IT program, designed to build leadership, business acumen and technical skills while working on projects with real business impact. The internship takes place in person at one of two core locations, Pittsburgh, PA or Chicago, IL, depending on business need and applicant preference. After the internship, candidates may be invited to join the full-time LEAD IT rotational program.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program at an accredited university or a credentialed software accelerator program.
• Degree focused on Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, IT Security, Informatics, Information Science/Technology, Management Information Systems, Software Engineering, Security and Risk Analysis or another relevant STEM major, with software/IT experience.
• Minimum cumulative or in-major GPA of 3.0/4.0.
• Rising junior or senior with expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2029.
• Commitment to work full time (40 hours per week) during the internship.

Required skills

• Prior internship, co-op or research experience in IT, software or a related area.
• Strong analytical skills and quick ability to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Program and project management skills, with demonstrated leadership experience inside and outside the classroom.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to explain technical problems simply.
• Customer focus and ability to collaborate across departments.

What we offer

• Hourly pay of $28 to $30, depending on year in school, graduation year and major.
• Exposure to enterprise IT leaders, emerging technologies and executive mentorship.
• Career development, team-building challenges and possible relocation assistance or reimbursement.
• Benefits such as health, welfare and retirement, and possibly an annual bonus.