Transit Planning Intern

About the Department

Help shape the future of suburban mobility as a Transit Planning Intern—where data, mapping, and real-world strategy come together to move communities forward. This is your chance to dive into ridership analysis, GIS, and public outreach while gaining hands-on experience influencing how transit systems are designed and delivered.

This summer internship is 20 hours a week and is 100% in person at our office in Eden Prairie, MN.

SouthWest Transit is an award-winning Transit agency serving the SouthWest Twin Cities area through bus, on-demand rideshare, and shuttle services. The agency is committed to serving the needs of their customers through diverse and innovative transit solutions that build community and connect customers from where they are to where they want to go.

Mission: 
We provide a premium experience for the southwest Twin Cities through safe, reliable, and cost-effective transit that builds community and connects our customers from where they are to where they want to go.
Vision:
SouthWest Transit is the leading provider of innovative transit solutions that improve livability and enhance economic opportunity in the communities we serve.

The Transit Planning intern supports the agency through collecting data, conducting GIS mapping, analyzing ridership, and participating in public outreach for transit projects. They assist in route planning, service evaluations, and technical report writing gaining hands-on experience in suburban public transportation planning and policy.

Applications may be reviewed as they are submitted. The job ad may remain open until the position is filled.

Position Duties

• Data collection, analysis, and mapping
• Transit Research and Planning
• Technical Report Writing and Communication
• Participation in transportation studies

This internship is designed to support knowledge and skill development in:

• Transit Modeling Software – GIS 
• Local, state, and federal transit policies
• Best practices for transit demand management 
• Presenting and Communicating recommendations
• Planning, executing, and launching new services

Minimum Qualifications

• Entering junior year or higher in an undergraduate program or currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in urban/regional planning, transportation planning, urban studies, or a related field
• Strong interest in transit planning, policies, and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Entry-level understanding of GIS preferred

Other Qualifications

E-Verify is used at this agency to verify employment authorization.

Provides public transportation services in the southwest Twin Cities.