Internship program opportunities
Internship Program Overview
GBNRTC is continuing its internship program to strengthen its relationship with academic institutions in Western New York and beyond in a way that is beneficial to internship participants and GBNRTC. Interns will work directly with key staff on transportation planning initiatives that improve quality of life in our region, including various on-going efforts of GBNRTC.
Summer 2025 Internship Potential Projects
Interns will be assigned to a GIS based project or projects to work on for the Summer.
Examples of potential projects include:
Sidewalk inventory database – This is important for the region to understand connectivity for pedestrians in the region
Bus stop inventory database – This is important for use in developing needs for bus stop improvements in future projects
Highway curve database – Certain highway curves are recognized as being susceptible to crashes. Curve measurements are needed to determine where to focus improvements
Intern Requirements
In-person availability
Summer 2025 – June-Aug 2025, 25-40 hours per week
Strong communication and inter-personal skills
Interest developing skills and pursuing a career. Pursuing a degree in urban transportation planning is preferred but not required.
Basic skills and the ability to learn more advanced skills with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams is required.
The ability to learn software systems applicable to assigned Projects is required and prior experience is a plus.
The ability to work collaboratively with a team-oriented mindset
Program Benefits
$18/hour for undergrad and $20/hour for graduate students
Gain experience working in a collaborative and innovative planning environment
The opportunity to network with planners and engineers that work in the field in western new York
Exposure to government work and employment opportunities
Program Application Process
Resumes accepted on a rolling basis with deadlines as specified below.
Must specify availability for the following programs
Summer 2025 – Application Deadline, 4/4/25