School Transportation Student Intern

About the role

The School Transportation Student Intern is responsible for assisting the Department of Transportation with a wide range of analytical and operational tasks, with a primary focus on bus route optimization and efficiency planning. The intern will support projects directed by the Director of Transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the transportation team in analyzing current school bus routes to identify inefficiencies, redundancies, and opportunities for optimization.
• Utilize GIS and specialized transportation routing software to map, simulate, and adjust routes for the upcoming school year.
• Input and audit student enrollment data and address updates to ensure accurate bus stop assignments.
• Review and report on key transportation metrics, such as ride times, fuel efficiency, and bus capacity utilization.
• Support the Department of Transportation with day-to-day summer preparation logistics and clerical duties.
• Prepare, review, proofread, and edit written communications (e.g., business letters, memoranda, route adjustment notifications) to ensure clarity and accuracy.

Requirements

• Demonstrate a strong interest in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Urban/Transportation Planning, Data Analytics, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or a related field.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a Master's degree preferred.
• Practical, hands-on experience or coursework involving data entry, spreadsheet management, mapping tools, or logistics planning is preferred.
• Ability to operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software, including but not limited to the Google Suite.

Skills and Abilities

• Feedback & Adaptation: Ability to take direction and feedback well, adjusting effectively and independently.
• Communication: Exceptional written and oral communication skills, paired with strong interpersonal and customer service abilities. Ability to speak to parents and co-workers using clear, appropriate, and professional language.
• Technical Savvy: Ability to operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software, including but not limited to the Google Suite.
• Work Ethic: Highly motivated, creative, displaying a high degree of maturity, integrity, and capability to work independently to support district needs.
• Relationship Building & Cultural Proficiency: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, caregivers, staff, and the community. Work with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds in an equitable, inclusive, and culturally proficient manner.
• Professionalism, Attendance & Adaptability: Maintain regular and punctual attendance to ensure consistent department operations and district-wide support. React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations, such as behavioral issues or environmental changes, while maintaining a proactive, reflective, and solution-focused approach.
• Organizational Management: Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously while maintaining strong organizational skills to balance the demands of a multi-tasking position.
• Compliance & Confidentiality: Perform duties with awareness of district requirements, state and federal laws, and Framingham Public Schools policies. Maintain strict confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive student/employee records in accordance with FERPA/603 CMR 28.00.

Qualifications

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Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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