We are hiring four distinct roles for our Fall Fellowship Program. The application deadline is August 26 at 5pm EST.

Applicants may submit their cover letter and resume via LinkedIn at this link: https://lnkd.in/e_GWeQTh

or

via the GoAnywhere platform, at links below.

-Mencken Research Fellow on Urban Development https://goanywhere.unc.edu/hub/unc/job/detail/southern-urbanism-mencken-research-fellow-on-urban-development-p7fi9n

-Nonprofit Operations Fellow
https://goanywhere.unc.edu/hub/unc/job/detail/southern-urbanism-nonprofit-operations-fellow-a1rqk

-Flintlock LAB Fellow on Race and Zoning
https://goanywhere.unc.edu/hub/unc/job/detail/southern-urbanism-flintlock-lab-fellow-on-race-and-zoning-chn7th

-New Urban Media Podcast Production Fellow
https://goanywhere.unc.edu/hub/unc/job/detail/southern-urbanism-new-urban-media-podcast-production-fellow-umbejp

To succeed in any of these role, you’ll have:

-An interest and passion in cities, especially those in the American South

-Practical design or development skills not required, but greatly preferred. Design skills may include architectural software or design software, such as SketchUp, AutoCAD, Photoshop, or similar.

Southern Urbanism is a mission-based 501c3 organization committed to people who build Southern cities. Our mission is to bring practical expertise back to the discourse, to inform community leaders and policymakers, and amplify the unique perspectives of front-line new industry professionals in urban development. The nonprofit works with practitioners to enable the creation of better cities throughout the South.

Want to work and help shape the quickly growing realm of community-based and equity-focused e-bike programs? Join the City of Durham’s Transportation Department as an intern supporting the planning and execution of its exciting Bull E-Bike Pilot!

see full description here, or in attached PDF: https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.109/r9q.798.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Bull-E-Bike-Intern-Job-Listing.pdf

Feel free to reach out directly to Doug Bright to discuss. (doug.bright@durhamnc.gov)

CREATE is an economic development center based at UNC Chapel Hill with a mission of creating wealth in distressed communities.
We are looking to hire a graduate student with experience in economic development and economic impact analyses to work with local governments in North Carolina starting in late May.

Ideal Experience
• City and Regional Planning
• Economic Development
• Economic Impact Analysis
• IMPLAN
• Report writing
• Data analysis and visualization
• Ability to work independently
• Good communication skills

Examples of Potential & Past Projects
• Help a county leverage their natural assets for economic development
• Conduct a feasibility analysis of a new arts district in a downtown
• Assist small downtowns in leveraging built assets for community development
• Conduct impact analyses on cultural events, recreational attractions, future economic development plans
• Create case studies for publication at homegrowntools.unc.edu
Compensation & Schedule
• Compensation $20/hour; no benefits
• Up to 40 hours/week in summer; Up to 10 hours/week during school year

Application: https://go.unc.edu/createanalystapplication
Learn more about our work: https://createprosperity.unc.edu/index.php/newsletter/
Contact: NCGrowth@unc.edu

We are pleased to share the launch of the Summer 2022 term of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Clean Cities University Workforce Development Program (CCUWDP). This summer, CCUWDP is offering 48 workforce development program positions across the nation and applications are now available. This is a wonderful opportunity for students looking to gain experience in the energy and transportation areas. Please pass this information along to anyone you know who may be interested in one of these positions. Applications can be found at https://www.cvent.com/d/rkqk5x with more information below. Applications are due May 2, 2022. If you have any questions, please email cleancitiesintern@anl.gov.

Clean Cities University Workforce Development Program Summer 2022

The Clean Cities University Workforce Development Program is an initiative of Clean Cities, a government-industry partnership sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies Program. Clean Cities strives to reduce petroleum consumption in the transportation sector in nearly 100 communities across the country. Since the creation of the CCUWDP in 2010, Clean Cities has hosted more than 500 interns in more than 75 Coalitions.

The Clean Cities internship will give students studying communications, public relations, business, marketing, engineering or environmental sciences, the opportunity to grow public awareness and expand the markets of advanced vehicle technologies, alternative fuels, and practices that reduce the consumption of petroleum. Students have participated in the research, outreach activities, public education, K-12 outreach, fleet events, and a vast array of transportation-related environmental projects.

Planning & Development interns will assist Charlotte Center City Partners (CCCP) with projects and initiatives that enhance livability and economic development in Uptown and South End.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL TASKS

• Research—data collection and analysis as needed for reporting in the areas of transportation and development
• Planning & Development—assist with committee meetings, workshops, and projects
• Community Outreach —tasks related to community engagement initiatives
• Graphics —production of graphics and maps
• Support —ongoing projects, plans, and initiatives managed by other CCCP teams

CURRENT/ONGOING PROJECTS

• 2040 Vision Plan —implement the goals and strategies of the recently adopted Center City Vision Plan
• Charlotte Rail Trail—contribute to the enhancement and maintenance of the four-mile urban trail in South End & Uptown
• South End Vision Plan —work towards realizing the goals of the South End Vision Plan
• Center City Development —projects and initiatives proposed by the private and public sector

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

All applicants should be available to work 20-30 hours per week during regular business hours(potential per-project weekend work may arise, but this is rare). The ideal contractor works well independently and collaborates effectively with others. Successful applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is strongly desired; knowledge of GISsoftwareis valued but not required.

Students, preferably those who have completed some graduate-level coursework in architecture, urban planning/design, real estate, geography, or transportation, are encouraged to apply. An hourly wage of $15 will be paid.

Vaccination: All CCCP employees, contractors, and interns are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as defined by the CDC unless a request is made for an exemption due to disability or a sincerely held religious belief, and his or her request for exemption is approved. Upon start date, “fully vaccinated” includes having a booster shot.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and relevant work samples by 4 May, 5:00 pm to:

Charles A. Trowell

Director, Planning & Development

Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Climate Corps is a unique summer fellowship program where EDF trains and matches top-tier graduate students with host companies and organizations to advance environmental goals.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Work to advance the Fleet Management Department’s progress on light-duty vehicle electrification in alignment with the goals of the City of Durham Carbon Neutrality and Renewable Energy Action Plan.
• Determine charging infrastructure needs, identify and address internal barriers, and develop implementation plans for electric vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate student.
• Skilled in data analysis, communication, and business acumen.
• Approved to participate as an Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Climate Corps Fellow.

At the nonprofit Urban Institute, we believe in the power of evidence to improve lives and strengthen communities. Public policies work best when they are rooted in facts, and our research sparks solutions in programs and practice. Our analyses and recommendations help expand opportunities for all people, reduce hardship among the most vulnerable, and strengthen the fiscal health and effectiveness of government.

As an intern at the Urban Institute, you’ll work alongside experts across the organization and beyond in the nation’s epicenter of public policy – Washington, DC. Your work will have an impact on real-life, real-time policy issues and discussions.

How you’ll contribute:
The Office of Technology and Data Science research programming intern will work closely with several software engineers, data scientists, and research programmers, assisting in both day-to-day and long-term projects.

The intern in this position should expect to develop their skills in gathering and translating requirements into specifications, coding and application setup, and using project management software while gaining experience in a professional environment. They will be tasked with helping to develop a proof-of-concept to remove barriers for modeling tasks which might include novel ways to combine and communicate model results.

Responsibilities:

• Create a proof-of-concept project
• Contribute to blog post, paper, or other analytical documents
• Explore emerging technologies and apply them to research and development activities
• Work on an Agile programming team in a LEAN environment

What you’ll bring:

The successful candidate will:

• Have or be in the pursuit of a degree, in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or Public Policy.
• Have 1-2 years of programming experience in a professional or academic environment
• Have experience with an interpreted language such as Python and an object-oriented language such as C++ or Java in a professional or academic environment.
• Be able to clearly communicate and write for a non-technical policy audience
• Demonstrate an interest in domestic economic and social public policy issues

Program Highlights:

• Paid 10-week program designed to provide students interested in research, public policy issues, and organizational operations with rewarding and substantive work assignments that contribute to Urban’s mission
• Intern Program Dates: June 6 – August 12, 2022
• Participate in our New Intern “Welcome” Orientation
• Network with operations staff, senior professionals, and others who will support your professional growth and career interests
• Participate in intern specific workshops and networking events designed to advance your professional development and build your soft skills
• Receive feedback and mentoring from your intern manager
• Present the value of your contribution and what you learned during our End of Summer Lightning Talks