Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Transportation

Who We Are

Transportation YOU launched in 2010 and is the joint initiative of WTS international and the U.S. Department of Transportation. This is a hands-on program that offers young girls ages 13-18 an introduction to transportation careers. Local chapters coordinate Transportation YOU initiatives. In Phoenix, we are collaborating with partners in the transportation industry and in education to offer programs and activities that connect classroom learning to real world careers.  

Mission

Transportation YOU's mission is to shape the future of the transportation industry by growing the involvement and interest of girls and young women in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) studies.  

Goals

• Empower young women with opportunities in the transportation industry
• Provide internships and career development opportunities
• Help young women build leadership skills and self confidence
• Make STEM education more accessible through scholarships
• Contribute to the diversity and creativity of our transportation workforce

Programs

Since 2025, Transportation YOU Arizona has been partnering with the construction-focused group at Superstition High School in Mesa to give students hands-on exposure to transportation careers. Students explore real-world projects and meet professionals from across the industry, including ADOT, CLJ Construction Consulting, AECOM, Valley Metro, and Stacy Witbeck. Activities include project overviews, career talks, and site tours, giving students insight into highway and light rail construction, project management, and engineering consulting.

Students also have the opportunity to participate in the WTS Capital Summit in Washington, D.C., a national program that brings high school mentees together with professional mentors. At the Summit, students engage in interactive learning, explore transportation infrastructure, develop leadership skills, and network with industry and government leaders, all while gaining a deeper understanding of STEM career pathways in transportation.

Through these local and national programs, Metropolitan Phoenix Transportation YOU inspires and prepares young women to pursue careers in transportation by blending education, mentorship, and real-world experience.