Student Transportation Data & GIS Assistant

GeoWorld; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

GeoWorld is seeking an assistant in Lansing, Michigan for the Statewide and Urban Travel Analysis section. This role includes supporting professional transportation planners by conducting travel trend analyses, forecasting future travel, and utilizing GIS applications.

Applicants must be enrolled in a relevant educational program and provide proof of enrollment. The position emphasizes analytical tasks related to transportation planning and compliance with federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six credit hours per semester/term (excluding summers) and continuous enrollment.
• No specific type or amount of experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct travel trend analysis.
• Prepare present and future travel forecasts.
• Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications.
• Implement travel demand modeling applications.
• Collect and analyze socioeconomic and land use data.
• Develop documentation and presentation materials.
• Provide data for federal regulations of transportation plans.
• Perform air quality conformity analysis per the Clean Air Act Amendment.

Education

Current enrollment in a vocational or technical school or post‑secondary educational institution

Job description

GeoWorld is seeking an assistant in Lansing, Michigan for the Statewide and Urban Travel Analysis section. This role includes supporting professional transportation planners by conducting travel trend analyses, forecasting future travel, and utilizing GIS applications.

Applicants must be enrolled in a relevant educational program and provide proof of enrollment. The position emphasizes analytical tasks related to transportation planning and compliance with federal regulations.