Transportation Improvement Program Intern

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire a TIP intern in the RAP Division.  The intern will be responsible for providing assistance in collecting and analyzing project data to support CMAP’s transportation program management activities.  Assist with documentation of core decisions in development of the transportation planning process.  Analyze transportation project expenditures to assess trends in project delays and cost changes. Assist with development of materials for certification review.

Job Code: TIP2021

Knowledge, skills, and interests

Working knowledge of common operating systems and software applications including database systems, Windows and Microsoft Office with a focus on Microsoft Excel.  Proficiency in reading, writing, and communication among team members is required.  Basic database knowledge (particularly Microsoft Access and SQL) is desired, but not required.

Education and experience

Applicants enrolled in a Bachelor or Masters’ degree program in Public Administration, Urban Planning, or Civil Engineering is recommended.

Internship timeframe

Depending on the student’s availability, this is a full-time summer position beginning in May or June 2021. It could potentially continue into the 2021-22 school year, but that is not guaranteed.  Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made upon request. This is a remote position and does not require residence in the Chicago metropolitan area.

Equipment

All or part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order.  However, to promote a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, and create professional development opportunities for interns, we will support interns with specific technology limitations with the use of a CMAP issued laptop with the expectation that it be returned upon conclusion of the internship.

This job description in no way sates or implies that these are the only duties performed by the employee occupying this position  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.  Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification and accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

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!