Transit Policy & Communications Intern

CDM Smith; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an internship within its Transportation Advisory Services Team. You will help deliver integrated strategic communications products for transportation clients and assist in creating websites, videos, emails, social content, and meetings.

The role requires enthusiasm, initiative, and the ability to meet deadlines with strong writing skills. Preferred locations include Austin, Chicago, or Bellevue, with opportunities to join teams across various offices.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Bachelor's or Master's in Planning or related field.
• Interest in transportation is preferred.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign/Illustrator and/or Canva is a plus.
• Strong writing and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist content creation for websites, videos, emails, social media, and presentations.
• Support meeting management such as task forces and client events.
• Help craft collateral explaining technical content for clients, stakeholders and lay audiences.
• Collaborate with transportation teams to support client deliverables.

Skills

Self-starter

Teamwork-first

Time management

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Business writing

Education

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

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an internship within its Transportation Advisory Services Team. You will help deliver integrated strategic communications products for transportation clients and assist in creating websites, videos, emails, social content, and meetings.

The role requires enthusiasm, initiative, and the ability to meet deadlines with strong writing skills. Preferred locations include Austin, Chicago, or Bellevue, with opportunities to join teams across various offices.