Rapid Transit Intern

Pace•Arlington Heights, IL

2d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

The Rapid Transit Intern will support the Rapid Transit/Pulse through communication and outreach to stakeholders, customers, and public organizations. The intern will develop strong writing and communication skills while gaining firsthand experience in coordination meetings and stakeholder engagement. Their work will contribute directly to the advancement of Pulse corridors and the broader Pulse program, through the creation of materials designed for public outreach and stakeholder input. In addition, the intern will conduct field observations on buses, at stations, and across passenger facilities—capturing photos and recording data to inform future project strategies. For initiatives requiring collaboration with property owners, they will attend meetings and assist with status updates and records management. Finally, the intern will deepen their understanding of Pace’s role in regional and corridor long-range planning by working alongside the Rapid Transit team in its ongoing collaboration with the RTA and CMAP on key projects.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a good driving record history.
High school diploma or equivalent. Must be currently enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year accredited college or university and working towards a degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, or other related field.
Must demonstrate working knowledge and proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time, frequently stand and/or walk within an office environment, lift and carry up to 25lbs, use a keyboard and type for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

Adobe Creative Cloud experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assisting with outreach for Pulse Harlem, Cermak/22nd, 95th Street, & Halsted lines.
Drafting or editing web and print informational content for the Pulse Newsletter
Documenting observations of route performance and passenger experience on Pulse Corridors.
Tracking statuses and documenting property owner coordination.
Participating in meetings and deliverable reviews for RTA-led or CMAP/Local Planning projects.
Performing other duties as assigned.