TRANSPORTATION PLANNING INTERN

Park City Municipal Corporation; Park City (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Park City Municipal Corporation's Transportation Planning Department is seeking a Multimodal Transportation Planning Intern for winter and spring 2027. The intern will work with the Transportation Planning and Transit teams to improve mobility and access throughout Park City, contributing to short-range transit and multimodal wayfinding efforts.

The role offers hands-on experience in transportation planning, community engagement, and project implementation within a dynamic mountain community.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in transportation planning, urban planning, or related field.
• At least 18 years old by start of employment.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of Park City's short-range transit and multimodal wayfinding plans.
• Conduct research, collect and analyze data, and help prepare maps, graphics, and presentations.
• Assist with public engagement activities including events, surveys, and outreach.

Skills

GIS familiarity

Data visualization

Microsoft Office

Multimodal planning interest

Data collection & analysis

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student in planning or related field

Tools

Esri GIS

Graphic design tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Internship Overview

Are you passionate about improving multimodal transportation and shaping how communities grow? Are you currently studying transportation planning or a related field - or have you recently graduated?

PAY RATE: $25.00-$30.00 PER HOUR

Park City Municipal Corporation's Transportation Planning Department is seeking a motivated Multimodal Transportation Planning Intern for winter and spring 2027. The intern will collaborate with the Transportation Planning and Transit teams on projects that improve mobility and access throughout Park City.

This hands-on position offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful transportation projects in a dynamic mountain community. If you are interested in making a tangible impact while gaining practical experience in transportation planning, community engagement, and project implementation, we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary

The Transportation Planning Department provides policy direction, establishes local transportation goals, and prioritizes investments that support safe, sustainable, and accessible mobility options.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Transportation Planning Manager and Senior Transportation Planner, the intern will support the development of a short-range transit plan, a multimodal wayfinding plan, and related community engagement activities.

Typical Duties

• Support the development of Park City's short-range transit and multimodal wayfinding plans
• Conduct research, collect and analyze data, and help prepare maps, graphics, presentations, and other planning materials
• Assist with public engagement activities, including community events, public open houses, surveys, and other outreach efforts
• Coordinate with Transportation Planning, Transit, and other City staff
• Assist with additional transportation planning projects and perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student, or recent graduate, in transportation planning, urban planning, urban ecology, landscape architecture, civil engineering, geography, public administration, public policy, communications, marketing, public relations, nonprofit management, or a related field
• At least 18 years old by the start of employment
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Esri GIS applications
• Experience with graphic design or data-visualization software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Microsoft 365 applications
• Interest in public transportation, active transportation, and multimodal planning
• Experience with data collection, research, or analysis

Working Conditions

• Occasional non-traditional working hours which may include evening and weekends.
• The anticipated internship period is December 2026 or January 2027 through June 2027. The intern may work up to 20 hours per week and must be available to work in person in Park City for at least 50 percent of their scheduled hours.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.