The intern will report directly to the Executive Director, and will also work with the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition (ABC) staff.

Duties and responsibilities:  

• Assist in developing advocacy campaigns for bike infrastructure
• Update Atlanta Bicycle Coalition's bicycle suitability map using GIS and design software
• Support Advocacy Bootcamp trainings
• Attend public meetings on behalf of the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition upon request of the Executive Director
• Provide visuals for potential bike infrastructure projects and campaigns

Qualifications:

• Students applying for this internship should be studying City Planning (transportation planning specializations preferred), but Transportation Engineering students will also be considered
• Applicants must have a solid understanding or current coursework in GIS/mapping
• Applicants should be comfortable with public speaking in front of small groups
• Must be extremely organized and detail oriented.
• Must have excellent time management skills and flexibility.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as take direction.
• Must have access to design and GIS software.
• Interest in bicycling or urban planning preferred.

Duration: Summer semester 2015 - indefinite

Hours: 5-10 hours per week. May work remotely, but expected to be in the office at least one day a week.

Compensation: $100/month transportation stipend. Intern may be eligible for college credit.

Perks: Free ABC tshirt & cycling cap, free entry to any paid ABC events, and one year membership.

How to apply: Send resume and cover letter to [email protected] with subject line “planning intern 2015” by June 30.