Planning Intern

AECOM
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Job Details

  • Location: Detroit, MI, 48228
  • Date Posted: 2022-10-31
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Category: Transportation Planners
  • Req Number: 276103BR
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Description

Job Summary

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 50,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.


AECOM is seeking a planning Intern to be based in Detroit, MI

This position is expected to begin in May/June 2023

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Supports planning studies and reports for new and updated plans and programs.

  • Collects a variety of statistical data and prepares reports and maps on topics, such as census information, land use, roadway network, crash records, and asset inventories.

  • Works with the planning team to conduct equitable public outreach, preparing materials and presentations

  • Analyzes data and prepares detailed maps for use on thematic maps and in reports.

  • Conducts concept-level evaluation of transit/transportation improvement options.

  • Documents and presents findings on transit/transportation planning projects.

  • Researches current transportation-related topics at local, State, and Federal levels.

  • Assists with other duties assigned by senior staff and/or Project Managers.

  • This position will involve planning and project development activities for transportation projects under the supervision of more senior staff.

Minimum Requirements
  • Pursing a degree in urban planning, transportation, geography, public policy, or related area of study

  • Must have completed 3 years of study

Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated interest in multi-modal transportation planning and analysis, including analyzing and recommending solutions for urban transportation issues

  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of planning, research and data collection

  • Analytical skills to interpret research data for reports and apply statistical techniques in practical situations

  • Oral communication and interpersonal skills to explain planning concepts clearly to clients and the public

  • Presentation skills to synthesize data and research into compelling reports and graphics

  • Capable of multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment, including an ability to prioritize and meet task deadlines

  • Strong command of the written and spoken English language

  • Fast learner who is open to learning new concepts, specializations and software programs

  • Knowledge of using GIS for spatial analysis

  • Knowledge in developing and presenting illustrative reports and graphics utilizing Adobe CS or other graphics software packages.

Additional Information:

  • Sponsorship is available for this position.

  • Relocation assistance is not provided for this role.

What we offer
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.