Strategic Transportation Policy & Communications Intern

CDM Smith; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an intern to join our Transportation Advisory Services Team in office locations or remotely. You will assist with creating websites, emails, videos, social media content, and client events, helping explain technical material to diverse audiences.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Planning or related fields, with strong writing, organization, and Microsoft Office skills. A teamwork-focused mindset and ability to meet deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters in Planning or a related field.
• Enthusiasm, initiative, and strong writing skills are essential.
• Self-starter with ability to contribute to multiple assignments on the transportation team.
• Teamwork-first approach with strong organization and time management.

Responsibilities

• Work with project teams to deliver integrated strategic communications products and services.
• Support content creation including websites, videos, emails, social media, presentations, and meetings.
• Help craft collateral explaining technical content for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Self-starter

Teamwork-first

Time management

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Business writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Planning

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Canva

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an intern to join our Transportation Advisory Services Team in office locations or remotely. You will assist with creating websites, emails, videos, social media content, and client events, helping explain technical material to diverse audiences.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Planning or related fields, with strong writing, organization, and Microsoft Office skills. A teamwork-focused mindset and ability to meet deadlines are essential.