Student Intern - Transportation Planning

TRANSPORTATION PLANNING INTERN

The Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Transportation Planning intern. 

ABOUT US

MARC, the association of local governments and metropolitan planning organization for the bistate Kansas City region, promotes and supports cooperation on regional issues, including transportation, the environment, our workforce and economy, aging services, community development, quality early learning, public safety communications and emergency services. MARC has a collaborative work environment with a culture based on integrity, innovation, diversity and inclusion, excellence in performance and service leadership. The Transportation & Environment Department provides support to committees charged with establishing transportation goals and policies, and planning and programming federal funds for the metropolitan area. 

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Transportation Intern may work up to 20 hours per week during the school year and 40 hours a week during academic breaks and the summer. Daytime scheduling will be flexible.  Occasional weekend or evening event work may be required. This internship will span from May 2026 through the end of May 2027 with the potential for extension. The Transportation Intern position is a hybrid combination of in-person work at our Kansas City, MO office and remote work.

What you’ll do

• Conduct background research on transportation issues, policies, best practices, and regional planning trends.
• Data collection and processing 
• Work with a geographic information system (GIS) to analyze, interpret, and display spatial data
• Create reports and presentation materials
• Assist with committee and training support

ABOUT YOU

Skills you’ll need

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with internal staff, citizens, and outside organizations.
• Analytical abilities required to integrate and interpret data from various sources.
• Effective writing skills to summarize data accurately and concisely.
• Knowledge of the principles of research, standard statistical procedures, sources of planning information, and techniques used in the preparation of materials for presentation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Basic requirements

• Current student enrolled in a degree seeking program
• Reliable transportation to Kansas City office at ~3 times a week for the duration of the May 2026-May 2027 internship.  
• Educational and/or past work experience in urban planning, engineering, geography, public administration or a closely related field.  
• Must be at least 18 years of age and meet the driving requirements for company insurance guidelines, including valid driver’s license. Must abide by driver eligibility and vehicle use requirements including a driver license background check through the Department of Motor Vehicles. 

Additional qualifications

• Preference given for experience in transportation planning, statistical analysis, database management, and geographic information systems (GIS). 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Internships are classified as hourly positions with no benefits and will be paid at the rate of $18/hour for undergraduate students and $20/hr for graduate students. MARC offers an attractive team-oriented work environment.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, complete our online application form and attach your cover letter and resume. For more information, visit marc.org/jobs.

MARC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.