Transportation Planning Intern - Spring 2027

What You Would Do

• Collect, enter, analyze, and/or maintain data and other information used for roadway, safety, transit and other current studies, demographic reports, and other special projects.
• Participate in field observations and bicycle, pedestrian, and traffic counts.
• Conduct background research and prepare write-ups in support of planning projects.
• Absorb and interact with members of the public to explain our plans and encourage their input.
• Assist with organizational communications, including monitoring and sharing transportation-related posts on Facebook, updating content on the dsmic.org website, and taking photos to illustrate our multimodal transportation work.
• Participate in MIC team meetings, attend and/or provide support (as schedule permits) to the MIC Policy Board and advisory committees, including preparing meeting materials, drafting meeting summaries, and presenting information (optional depending on student interest).
• Assist with Long Range Metropolitan Transportation Plan implementation, bike and pedestrian planning, and various project-specific tasks as assigned.
• Analyze spatial data using Esri GIS (optional depending on student ability and interest).

Requirements

Undergraduate students and graduate students are welcome to apply. Applicants should have completed at least one year of college coursework and be currently enrolled in a degree program. Experience with GIS software is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite is helpful.

Skills

Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.

Benefits

ARDC offers Earned Sick and Safe Time and MN Paid Family and Medical Leave.

Pay

$12.00/hour (undergrad); $15.00/hour (grad student)

Schedule

10-16 hours per week, Monday-Friday (flexible based on availability and business needs)

Location

Duluth, MN (May allow occasional hybrid work options)

How to Apply

Visit https://ardc.org/careers/ and follow the application instructions.