Intern – Transportation Funding (Summer)

Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service?

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking a summer intern to provide support in the development of recommendations for funding for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) region and aid in the implementation of selected projects and programs. The student in this position you will be part of an innovative and award-winning Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) that serves the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States. Tasks generally include conducting funding analysis, researching project histories, implementing action plans, and assisting the team with the implementation of tasks that further the team’s priorities. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing career objectives, as well as a current resume.

Ideal candidates should live within the Dallas-Fort Worth region and be able to work at least 25 hours a week from approximately mid-May to mid-August 2025. Continuing employment opportunities may be available for interns who are successful in this position.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Entering data accurately and maintaining data quality/integrity
• Researching project histories and working with supervisor to provide analysis to team and/or regional partners
• Supporting project tracking efforts to ensure the timely implementation of transportation projects
• Providing support by scheduling meetings and drafting and preparing agendas and handouts for supervisor review
• Working with supervisor to administer State, federal, and regional transportation funding programs
• Drafting and preparing presentations, correspondence, documentation, project listings, and reports for supervisor review
• Working with supervisor to perform analysis on project listings

Required Skills:

• Good problem-solving ability, critical thinking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen to instructions and coordinate with team
• Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Good communication, both verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Required Education and Experience

• Must be attending an accredited college or university in a degree-seeking program (i.e., business, public administration, public policy, government, urban/transportation planning, finance, accounting, or related field)
• No work experience required
• At least one year of school-related experience

Salary

Minimum of $17.00 per hour

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.  NCTCOG also serves as a designated recipient for Federal Transit Administration funds.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired during a military service career. All qualified veterans are invited to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Background Check & Drug Testing:
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening.

E-Verify:
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.