Civil Service Exams (non-railroads)
We’re looking for dynamic individuals with a passion for public service at every stage of their careers. Whether you’re a bus or train operator, an engineer, an accountant, or a policy expert, you can help us fulfill our commitment to keep New York moving.
Some positions at MTA New York City Transit, MaBSTOA, MTA Bus Company, and MTA Bridges & Tunnels require applicants to take an exam. Find out more about upcoming exams
Applying to become an MTA Police Officer also requires an exam, as well as a few other steps. Find out more about becoming a police officer.
All agencies at the MTA are equal opportunity employers and fully committed to opening career paths to job seekers from all backgrounds. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply for our open positions.
Our team of more than 70,000 moves the New York region. We’re committed to maintaining a transit system that is safe, reliable, and accessible for all, and our employees are a critical part of that mission.
Working for the MTA means contributing to some of the biggest infrastructure projects in the country. Our employees make our communities more livable and help strengthen the economic health of the New York region. If you’re passionate about public service, the MTA is the place to be.
The MTA offers a wide variety of career and growth opportunities, competitive salaries, extensive healthcare benefits, training programs, tuition assistance, employee assistance programs, diversity, equity, and inclusion events, and more.
Learn more about our benefits.
Interested in doing great work that impacts the lives of millions every day? Apply for a position today.
Our employees are the reason we are able to move the city and the region. That’s why it’s important that we provide excellent benefits. The MTA provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision
Retirement and savings plans
Tuition reimbursement
Commutation benefits
Vacation and leave package
Work-life balance programs
Life insurance
For more information, please visit our Benefits page.