Planning Interns - Planner

State of Minnesota • Stillwater, MN

396d • $49,150 - $71,094

About The Position

The Planning Intern position at the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is designed for students and recent graduates to support transportation planning efforts across the state. Interns will collaborate with experienced planning staff to develop plans, engage stakeholders, analyze data, and manage transportation system performance measures. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various planning offices, contributing to the improvement of transportation systems in Minnesota.

Requirements

• A master's or bachelor's degree in planning, geography, urban studies, sociology, political science, or a closely related field.
• One year of professional transportation planning experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or coursework analyzing data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Microsoft Excel, or similar software.
• Experience or coursework developing materials using Adobe Creative Suite applications (InDesign & Illustrator).
• Experience working with diversity and equity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support transportation planning efforts across the state.
• Develop plans in collaboration with experienced planning staff.
• Conduct stakeholder engagement activities.
• Analyze data related to transportation systems.
• Manage transportation system performance measures.

Benefits

• Telework eligibility
• Training and development opportunities
• Support resources for employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree