Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Intern

Job Description
Position

Responsible for providing assistance in collecting and analyzing project data to support CMAP’s transportation program management activities. Support 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.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

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.

Equipment

An agency-issued laptop may be provided as required.

Who should apply?

Applicants enrolled in a bachelor or masters’ degree program in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field.

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.