2027 Summer Intern, Transportation Planner (Arlington, VA)

ICF Olson; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

ICF is seeking a Transportation Planner Intern to support data analysis, research, planning studies, and related topics. This 10-week summer internship is full-time and hybrid from Arlington, VA (2 days per week on site).

The role offers exposure to transportation planning, policy analysis, and professional development with the Transportation Line of Business. Ideal candidates are progressing through a degree in transportation, environmental science, or public policy and have strong skills with

Qualifications

• By start date at least 30 credit hours in transportation, environmental science, energy, public policy, or a related field.
• Proficiency with word processing, presentation, virtual meeting software, and web applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.).
• Interest in transportation planning and policy, transportation finance and funding, transportation data analysis and visualization, or Bot and Third-Party Applications.
• Completed bachelor’s degree and enrollment verification in master’s program preferably in transportation, environmental science, energy, public policy, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support drafts of project materials in collaboration with staff team members based on research of transportation-related topics.
• Contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high quality products and services.
• Provide meeting support, including preparing materials, or remote hosting and technical support through virtual platforms, taking notes, and assembling post-meeting summary documents.

Skills

Transportation planning

Policy analysis

Data analysis

Public policy

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master’s program enrollment

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Word

Job description

ICF’s Transportation Line of Business specializes in addressing complex planning, policy, and program issues at the nexus of transportation and the environment, energy, and communities. ICF’s work focuses on integrated approaches that support sustainable transportation decisions, addressing mobility, safety, environmental, social, and economic effects of transportation. Our work includes strategic planning, research, policy analysis, outreach, training, and program evaluation for Federal, State, and local governments, including the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), the Transportation Research Board (TRB), State transportation and environmental agencies, and metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs). We specialize in developing multimodal transportation plans; conducting needs assessments; analyzing transportation system performance data; evaluating the impacts of infrastructure projects, programs, and government policies; developing technical assistance resources; and documenting best practices related to integrated planning, transportation operations, and the environment.

We are seeking a Transportation Planner Intern to support tasks related to transportation data analysis, research, planning studies, and related topics. This is an opportunity to contribute to an important mission and work on emerging transportation issues, and all while building a great career at ICF. Our summer internship is full-time for 10-weeks beginning in early June and ending in early August. Work may be performed in a hybrid capacity from Arlington, VA (2x per week). At this time, we are unable to provide relocation nor housing assistance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support drafts of project materials in collaboration with staff team members based on research of transportation-related topics.
• Contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high quality products and services
• Provide meeting support, including preparing materials, or remote hosting and technical support through virtual platforms, taking notes, and assembling post-meeting summary documents.

Basic Qualifications

• By start date at least 30 credit hours in transportation, environmental science, energy, public policy, or a related field
• Proficiency with word processing, presentation, virtual meeting software, and web applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.).
• Interest in one of the following areas: Transportation planning and policy Transportation finance and funding Transportation data analysis and visualization Bot and Third-Party Applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree and enrollment verification in master’s program preferably in transportation, environmental science, energy, public policy, or related field
• 9 credit hours completed in graduate level coursework preferably in transportation, environmental science, energy, public policy, or related field

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read ourEEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please [e-mail] we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more aboutworkplacediscriminationrights or our benefit offerings which are included in theTransparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact [e-mail] for assistance.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance [e-mail]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $37,855.00 - $77,869.00 Arlington, VA (VA31)

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About ICF

About ICF ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.