Transportation Policy & Communications Intern

CDM Smith; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

CDM Smith is offering a transportation communications internship for students in planning or related fields, with opportunities to work across multiple projects in the Transportation Advisory Services Team. The role emphasizes content creation for websites, videos, emails and social media, and collaboration with project teams on client events.

Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, have strong writing skills, and can meet deadlines while balancing coursework.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Planning or related field.
• Willing to contribute to multiple assignments across the transportation team.
• Strong writing and communication skills; ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support content creation including websites, videos, emails, social media content, presentations.
• Assist with meeting management such as task forces and client events.
• Help craft collateral explaining technical content for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Self-starter

Teamwork-first

Time management

Business writing

Communication abilities

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Planning (ongoing)

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

CDM Smith is offering a transportation communications internship for students in planning or related fields, with opportunities to work across multiple projects in the Transportation Advisory Services Team. The role emphasizes content creation for websites, videos, emails and social media, and collaboration with project teams on client events.

Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, have strong writing skills, and can meet deadlines while balancing coursework.