Transit, Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Intern

Transit, Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Intern participates in transportation planning surveys, studies and programs within the Office of Transit, Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning. Close supervision is provided by a supervisor who assigns tasks, gives preliminary instructions, reviews work in process and upon completion for quality and adherence to established standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participates in transportation studies, surveys and programs including collection, entry, tabulation, and analysis of technical data.
Assists in the preparation of study reports and memoranda.
Assists in the preparation of presentation material including graphs, maps and other visual displays.
Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of, and interest in, transit, bicycle and pedestrian planning.
Knowledge and ability with mathematical and statistical procedures and their applications.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Access.
Ability to perform field studies and inventories.
Ability to analyze and prepare technical data clearly and concisely.
Ability to organize time and and flexibly shift between different tasks.
Ability to establish effective relations with associates and with representatives of public and private organizations.

AVAILABILITY:This position requires a minimum commitment of 15-20 hours per week (2-3 days/week) and 37.5 hours per week during the summer semester.

SALARY:Paid position at hourly rates.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & TRAINING:Must be in an approved internship program as part of a college or university, or have a baccalaureate degree in any related discipline, plus substantial experience, interest or involvement in transit, bicycle and pedestrian transportation issues.

TO APPLY:
Forward a cover letter and resume to: resumes@dvrpc.org.



DVRPC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. FULL CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO ALL ELIGIBLE, QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITHOUT REGARDS TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, LAWFUL POLITICAL AFFILIATIONS, DISABILITY OR MARITAL STATUS. MINORITY AND DISABLED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.