Transportation Planning Intern

American Planning Association Massachusetts Chapter; Middlesex (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Middlesex Council of Governments is seeking a Transportation Planning Intern to support regional planning efforts, data collection in the field and translating it into actionable findings.

The role focuses on Complete Streets, safety, transit and corridor planning across nine communities, involving field counts, sidewalk audits, and presenting findings to guide local decision-making. Hourly pay is $20–$29 for up to 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Assist with regional transportation planning tasks and data collection.
• Turn collected data into findings that inform projects.
• Support Complete Streets, safety, transit, and corridor planning.
• Gather counts and field data on walking, biking, and parking; audit sidewalks and bus stops.

Job description

Transportation Planning Intern – Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

October 28, 2026 by APA-MA Administrator

Transportation Planning Intern – Northern Middlesex Council of Governments

Salary: $20 to $29 per hour, up to 20 hours per week

NMCOG is seeking a Transportation Planning Intern to assist with regional transportation planning, from collecting data in the field to turning it into findings that shape real projects. Working alongside NMCOG’s transportation staff, the Transportation Planning Intern will support Complete Streets, safety, transit, and corridor planning in the region’s nine communities. They will also gather counts and field data on people walking, biking, and parking, audit sidewalks, crosswalks, and bus stops, and help analyze and present findings. This role is a good fit for someone who is curious about how streets work, enjoys being out in the community, and wants to see how data and planning shape everyday decisions in local government. A full job description and qualifications are available at www.nmcog.org/jobs

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