Transportation Modeling Internship
Durham, NC

Two internships available through December 2023
Part-time at $22.00-$23.00/hour

About Our Organization
The Durham – Chapel Hill – Carrboro Metro Planning Organization (DCHC MPO) area encompasses the western part of the Research Triangle, which is home to Duke University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carlina Central University (NCCU) and
Research Triangle Park.
The MPO’s office, based in Durham NC, currently operates under a flexible, hybrid work policy. Effective July 1, 2023, the MPO will migrate from the City of Durham to the Triangle J Council of Governments. This position, while housed at TJCOG, will report to the DCHC MPO Executive Director.

About the Role
DCHC MPO is now accepting applications for 2 part-time/intern positions of technical analysis and modeling support. The person has an opportunity to work with a skilled and experienced team to help with traffic modeling and simulation, data process, application, and maintenance, as well as other analytical work.

Education Levels and Requirements:
• Senior student in civil engineering, urban/regional planning, geography, computer science & engineering, and other relevant majors is required; candidates with Undergraduate or Graduate degree (or pursuing graduate degree) in transportation/traffic
engineering, urban/regional planning, GIS, computer science, operations research, and other relevant major/program would be desirable.

Preferred Skills and Experiences:
• Traffic analysis/modeling and simulation skills and experience, especially experience with Synchro, HCS, and TransCAD or other traffic or modeling software,
• Experience in a big data, data process automation, or traffic monitoring and data QA/QC
• Experience with GIS software and Spatial Analysis preferred (but not required)

How to Apply
Send a resume and short cover letter by email to employment@tjcog.org with the subject line “Modeling Internship.” Positions are open until filled.

The Intern will be developing a methodology to help DDOT identify critical trail gaps in the existing multi-use trail network. There are over 60 miles of multi-use trails for bicyclists and pedestrians throughout the District of Columbia. Strategy 22 of the MoveDC Plan, Build More Trails in the Capital Trails Network, requires DDOT to develop a methodology to measure the extent to which a project improves trail network connectivity.

Intern Skills:
– Experience in research and analysis skills to review document
– Proficiency in presentation, visual display and communication of data, including GIS
– Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite (Words, PowerPoint, and Excel).

Educational Background:
– graduate Students with general knowledge of transportation planning and interest in active transportation.

Bi-Weekly Stipends of $1,600
To Apply, visit www.hutrc.ord/internships

As part of the District’s Department of Transportation (DDOT) cooperative agreement with the Howard University Transportation Research Center (HUTRC), DDOT engages full-time students as interns from universities in the DC Metropolitan Area and all over the country to promote the advancement of engineering and policy research. HUTRC recruits the interns and manages the program on DDOT’s behalf. In 2023, the DDOT Internship Summer Program will start around June 5th and run for 10 weeks, while the Semester Program will start on August 14th and run until the end of the year. *Check the list of 2023 internships on the right hand side of the website. Opportunities include internships working on trails, protected bike lanes, freight, bus priority and more.

Governor Cooper’s policy office is hiring a new policy advisor and we’re hoping you can help spread the word! The policy office advances Governor Cooper’s agenda through policy and budget development and stakeholder engagement.
Responsibilities of the policy advisor position include:
Researching and drafting policy briefs, memos, and executive orders and directives;Engaging with stakeholders and constituents; andWorking closely with cabinet agencies on policy priorities and implementation.

We’re looking for a detail- and deadline-oriented self-starter who is passionate about public service. Applicants must have outstanding communication skills and the ability to synthesize information across a wide variety of issue
areas. Portfolio may include environmental justice, environmental quality, natural and cultural resources, transportation, and military and veterans affairs issues.

Interested applicants should send their resume and cover letter to
rania.hassan@nc.gov by Wednesday, March 1.

Our team is looking for a creative summer intern who is excited to learn and work with the PGAV Planners team on all phases of community planning and development projects. We work with municipalities and communities throughout the St. Louis region and nationwide to provide expertise in land use planning and zoning, economic development, capacity building, and strategic development.

The internship will take place in-person at the headquarters of PGAV in Downtown St. Louis, accessible to MetroLink and just steps from the Gateway Arch. Our office is home to more than 125 planners, designers, architects, and creatives working on projects around the globe. The PGAV Planners team is a multi-disciplinary, collaborative group of select professionals with expertise in everything from public health to local economic development. As an intern, you will gain experience with all aspects of the work we do, from proposal design to community engagement to development finance.

Applicants should possess a thirst for learning, a love of a team-based environment, and a particular interest in urban planning.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Architecture, Economics, Urban Studies, Political Science, or related field.

Currently within two years of professional degree completion.

SKILLS
Great communication and project management skills

Excellent computer skills

Familiarity with InDesign, Excel, and GIS

Compensation of $18/hour will be provided.

To apply, send your resume, project examples, and one-page cover letter (maximum file size 9 MB) to jill.mead@pgav.com* by March 31st.

*DCRP Grad 2014 🙂

The position would be working among the Epidemiology Unit of the Bureau of Disease Control of CDPH, one of our most advanced teams. In the past year, we’ve responded to events like the Mpox epidemic and the Ugandan Ebola outbreak, done some great work analyzing and correcting for COVID inequities, and made big strides on much-needed data modernization, to name a few of our efforts. One of our latest projects is the development of an automated cluster detection + disease surveillance system, which will use advanced algorithms to scan for aberrant outbreaks across a wide range of diseases and collate near-real-time data into auto-generated reports and visualizations to be used by epidemiologists and medical directors. The GIS Analyst position supports all of these efforts, and has ample opportunity to design and lead their own advanced spatial analyses or other projects to help modernize the field and further equitable health outcomes across all of Chicago. It’s a position that allows for a surprising amount of ambition and skill (everything from planning to programming to analysis to design), and would get to work with a team focused on innovation and revolutionizing urban public health systems, while also directly advancing public good. This is a great opportunity for any new grads interested in a career in planning, urban informatics, and spatial analysis and who wish to gain experience working for a major American city.

For more information and to submit an application, please visit: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/100/jobdetail.ftl?job=0620-CDPH-2023

Job Description
Position

The intern will participate in CMAP’s transportation modeling activities, which provides data analysis and quantitative modeling in support of CMAP’s planning work.  Specifically, the intern will assist CMAP’s modeling staff in developing, updating, and performing quality control activities on input datasets that support agency modeling tools. The intern may also be asked to interpret and summarize analysis results. This position may also require the intern to search for and review reports to support research activities. This internship opportunity will be remote and selected candidate must have personal laptop to use.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Strong research, analysis (both qualitative and quantitative), and communication skills.  Experience with Geographic Information Systems software, scripting languages, and statistical analysis applications (e.g., Python, R, SAS) is desired.

Equipment

Part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order.  If the intern does not have access to this equipment, it can be provided upon request.

Who should apply?

Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, public policy, economics, geography, transportation, environmental studies, or a related field.  Applicants enrolled in a master’s program preferred.

Ready to join us?

Apply here between February 1, 2023, through Feb 28, 2023
Internship will last for three months, starting approximately June 1 through September 1, 2023, and will work no more than 29 hours/week. There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year.
Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made.
Targeted start dates:
Group 1: May 30,2023
Group 2: June 12, 2023
Interns able to participate in person for at least 50% of their hours are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives.
Interviews will be held in March 2023. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted).

Company Description

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is our region’s comprehensive planning organization. The agency and its partners are implementing ON TO 2050, a long-range plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See cmap.illinois.gov/about for more information on the agency’s vision and core values.

CMAP is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application! This position will remain open until filled.

Job Description
Position

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire up to four (4) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) interns to assist the research and innovation team within CMAP’s Transportation, Research, Analysis and Programming division. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is our region’s comprehensive planning organization. The agency and its partners are implementing ON TO 2050, CMAP’s long-range plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See www.cmap.illinois.gov for more information.

This will be a 12-week paid internship that involves participating in a variety of GIS-based data development projects to support regional analysis, planning and forecasting activities at CMAP.

Essential functions:

Perform research to aid in the creation and maintenance of land use and transportation planning datasets
Edit and create GIS data (digitization and attribute update)
Conduct quality control and quality assurance on methods and procedures
Thoroughly document work products for use by other CMAP staff

Knowledge, skills, and abilities including competencies that may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

Knowledge of general GIS concepts and functions; familiarity with ArcGIS (Desktop and/or Pro) interface is required, as are basic office computer skills (word processing, Excel data entry). Prior experience in digitizing/editing vector GIS datasets is essential; knowledge of Python scripting or other programming languages and/or georeferencing raster imagery helpful. Familiarity with urban datasets (e.g., census, land use, zoning) is essential.

Equipment

Part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order. If the intern does not have access to this equipment, it can be provided upon request.

Who should apply?

Applicants who have a bachelor’s degree in geography, GIS, geoinformatics, urban planning, environmental studies, engineering, or a related field. Applicant enrolled in a master’s program preferred.

Ready to join us?

Apply here between February 1, 2023, through Feb 28, 2023
Internship will last for three months, starting approximately June 1 through September 1, 2023, and will work no more than 29 hours/week. There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year.
Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made.
Targeted start dates:
Group 1: May 30,2023
Group 2: June 12, 2023
Interns able to participate in person for at least 50% of their hours are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives.
Interviews will be held in March 2023. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted).
Company Description
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is our region’s comprehensive planning organization. The agency and its partners are implementing ON TO 2050, a long-range plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See cmap.illinois.gov/about for more information on the agency’s vision and core values.

CMAP is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application! This position will remain open until filled.

Job Description
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire three (3) interns in the Planning Division. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is our region’s comprehensive planning organization. The agency and its partners are implementing ON TO 2050, a long-range plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See www.cmap.illinois.gov for more information. For more information on the Local Technical Assistance (LTA) program, visit http://www.cmap.illinois.gov/lta.

Position Description

The intern will support CMAP’s technical assistance and capacity building programs, which provide assistance to communities across the Chicago metropolitan region to develop local land use and transportation plans and assist in the implementation of those plans. The intern will be expected to support projects by performing geographic information system (GIS) analysis, researching, and writing about assigned topics, and participating in community engagement efforts. Project assignments will be determined based on program needs and the intern’s interests and skill sets. However, the intern should have a strong understanding of transportation and land use planning topics.

Essential Functions

The intern’s primary responsibilities will include a combination of the following:

Research and writing. The intern will assist project teams by conducting research and contributing to written products. This may include assisting in the development of existing conditions reports by reviewing and providing written summaries of past plans and ordinances. It may also include researching plans, programs, and policies of other planning entities and organizations, and surveying best practices in relevant topic areas. The intern should be able to convey research findings in a clear and concise manner.
Data analysis and mapping. The intern will help with regional and community-focused data collection, analysis, and mapping. This will include gathering data via the Census or other datasets related to issues of particular importance to communities or ON TO 2050 implementation. Familiarity with data sources, ability to analyze data, and ability to communicate the results of this analysis are necessary skills. The intern will also prepare maps to appear in interim and final documents related to projects.
Outreach. Projects involve staffing many public meetings. The intern will assist with various elements of public engagement including table facilitation, registration, and note-taking.
Future Leaders in Planning (FLIP): The intern will assist with CMAP’s FLIP program, a free leadership development program for high school students. The intern will help CMAP staff administer the program and facilitate interactions with regional leaders.

Knowledge, Skills, and Interests

General knowledge of, and interest in, urban and/or regional planning issues and practice such as transportation, land use, environmental, and social considerations in planning.
GIS concepts and functions, familiarity with ArcGIS, and experience working with large regional datasets.
Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and SketchUp
Microsoft Office

Equipment

An agency-issued laptop may be provided as required.

Who should apply?

Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field. Applicant enrolled in a master’s program preferred.

Ready to join us?

Apply here between February 1, 2023, through Feb 28, 2023
Internship will last for three months, starting approximately June 1 through September 1, 2023, and will work no more than 29 hours/week. There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year.
Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made.
Targeted start dates:
Group 1: May 30,2023
Group 2: June 12, 2023
Interns able to participate in person for at least 50% of their hours are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives.
Interviews will be held in March 2023. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted)
Company Description
The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is our region’s comprehensive planning organization. The agency and its partners are implementing ON TO 2050, a long-range plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See cmap.illinois.gov/about for more information on the agency’s vision and core values.

CMAP is always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, then we encourage you to continue with this applicant friendly, online job application! This position will remain open until filled

DFI partners with local governments in North Carolina to attract private investment for transformative projects by providing specialized real estate development and finance expertise. DFI offers graduate students paid summer internships in real estate and community development to support our work across North Carolina communities. DFI partners with local governments on projects including master-planned developments, urban infill redevelopment, downtown revitalization, neighborhood redevelopment, and affordable housing development. Examples of projects include:

•Evaluation of the adaptive reuse potential of a historic Main St hotel in a small western NC town

•Master development of a new urbanist town center in a small town next to a major metro area

•Pre-development for mixed-income housing in a tourism-based urban community

•Development of a revitalization strategy for a distressed neighborhood in a rural community

Under the guidance and supervision of staff, graduate student interns will assist with real-estate pre-development tasks, including, touring local projects and collecting field work data; meeting project stakeholders; conducting market research; designing and implementing processes to solicit and incorporate community feedback on development plans; developing models to test financial feasibility; researching industry best practices; writing blog posts; and preparing presentations.

Qualifications: Graduate students in planning, business, public administration and/or related disciplines such as public health,social work, geography, landscape architecture, or architecture are encouraged to apply. Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in acquiring practical experience in real estate development and finance, community development, affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, and downtown revitalization. Fellows will use GIS and Excel;prior experience (course work or professional experience) in these subject areas is helpful but not required.

Compensation& Expectations:$11,600 stipend and GSHIP for 40 hours/week, May 15th–August 11th, with 5 days paid vacation + UNC Holidays.Travel, including occasional overnight trips, may be required.Hiring Process: Submit your application materials online at https://dfi.sog.unc.edu/fellows-programby Friday, February 3rd.Interviews will occur throughout February; final hiring decisions expected by March 1st. Please direct any questions to Sarah Odioviaodio@sog.unc.edu. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer