Transportation Intern

The Town of Erie is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented undergraduate or graduate-level Transportation Intern to join the Transportation & Mobility Division within the Public Works Department. This temporary, part-time, paid internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in transportation planning and engineering while working under the guidance of experienced transportation staff.

The intern will support various projects, including data collection and analysis, GIS mapping, public engagement, program monitoring, and other planning and engineering-related tasks.

The internship is a temporary position that is expected to run from April to September 2025, with the potential for extension based on department needs. A minimum commitment of 20 hours per week is required. This position offers a hybrid work schedule and may be eligible for college credit. All staff are expected to adhere to the Town’s mission, vision and values of T.R.U.E.

WORK LOCATION: Town Hall - 645 Holbrook St, Erie, Colorado 80516

EXPECTED PAY RANGE: $20.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Application Requirements:

Interested candidates should submit the following:

1. Cover Letter – Outline your passion for transportation, relevant skills, interest in public sector work, and what you hope to gain from the internship.
2. Resume – Highlight your education, experience, and applicable skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES::

Typical duties for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Collect, organize, and assist in analyzing transportation data.
• Conduct research and summarize technical information.
• Assist in updating the Town’s Transportation Projects Map.
• Maintain records and file documents in compliance with Town policies.
• Support transportation staff with inquiries related to current and long-range planning initiatives.
• Perform fieldwork as needed, including site visits and documentation.
• Attend meetings at the Town, County, and Regional levels, including some outside typical office hours.
• Coordinate with other Town departments, including Parks & Recreation, Police, and Environmental Services, on transportation projects.
• Collaborate with the Communications & Community Engagement Department and assist with public outreach and information.
• Assist in launching micromobility, micro transit, and traffic calming programs.
• Support the evaluation and development of transportation-related projects as directed.
• Perform other transportation and planning-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program with coursework in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Public Administration, Geography, GIS, or a related field.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiar in relevant software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Software, Synchro, AutoCAD, and ArcGIS.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Flexibility and a willingness to engage in diverse transportation projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Environmental Factors:

Work will be performed indoors in a general office environment. Occasional tasks will take place outdoors in safe weather conditions. Work will be performed in traffic when driving a vehicle and making observations during site visits once a month. Traveling to locations in nearby municipalities and Denver will be required occasionally.

Physical Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will use a computer, sit, and stand for extended periods of time. Time spent walking will be minimal but will be required while conducting site visits. Occasional bike use may be required to help gain a better understanding of the functionality of Town infrastructure.  Job tasks will require frequent typing throughout the day. The employee will carry items such as poster boards and boxes of writing material once a month.  Occasional tasks will require bending, kneeling, and stooping. Grasping, lifting, holding, and reaching of objects weighing up 25 pounds will be required occasionally and grasping of items such as pens and notebooks will be required daily. Tasks require the frequent use of color discrimination, peripheral vision, near and far visual acuity. Phone use and communication will be frequent and require the ability to hear. The employee will occasionally walk and travel on uneven surfaces.

EEOC

The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes.  Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc.