Strategic Transportation Policy & Communications Intern

CDM Smith; Kaneohe (HI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

CDM Smith invites students in communications, political science, public policy, or related fields to join the Transportation Advisory Services Team as an intern. You will help deliver strategic communications for transportation clients, supporting content across websites, emails, social media, and presentations.

Strong writing, deadlines, and initiative are essential. Preferred locations include Austin, Chicago, or Bellevue, with travel none.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and taking courses toward a Bachelors or Master's degree in Planning or a related field.
• Master's Degree Preferred is a plus.
• Interest in transportation and public communications is preferred.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign/Illustrator) and Canva is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering integrated strategic communications for transportation clients.
• Create collateral such as websites, emails, social media content, and presentations.
• Support meeting management for task forces and client events.
• Help craft clear content for experts, stakeholders, and lay audiences.

Skills

Self-starter

Teamwork

Time management

Writing skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Planning or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Illustrator

Canva

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

CDM Smith invites students in communications, political science, public policy, or related fields to join the Transportation Advisory Services Team as an intern. You will help deliver strategic communications for transportation clients, supporting content across websites, emails, social media, and presentations.

Strong writing, deadlines, and initiative are essential. Preferred locations include Austin, Chicago, or Bellevue, with travel none.