Sustainable Transportation Intern

Hiring Unit: IU Office of Sustainability 

Job Title: Sustainable Transportation Intern 

Hourly Rate: $13 for undergraduate students; $15 for graduate students 

Hours: 10-20 hours/week 

About IU Sustainability 

IU Sustainability is committed to creating a culture of sustainability and advancing sustainability across all campuses of Indiana University. Our vision is to be recognized as a national leader in sustainability while supporting student success and the well-being of citizens of communities near the university’s campuses, the state of Indiana, and beyond. By utilizing our campuses as test beds for sustainability, we are establishing innovative solutions in our own community and developing bold solutions for the classroom, the campus, and host communities through diverse partnerships.    

Purpose  

The Sustainable Transportation Intern will be responsible for enhancing and communicating alternative transportation options at their respective Indiana University campus. This individual will assist with ongoing projects, including data collection and interpretation, research on best alternative transportation practices, engagement and awareness campaigns, and the like.  

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities include:   

Bike Program Support (35%) 

Monitor demand of bike racks for reassessment of locations 

Tag bikes that appear to be abandoned  

Recommend improvements to campus bike program 

Quantify Commuting Emissions (25%) 

Assess our currently available commuting data  

Determine greenhouse gas emissions produced by those commuting to/from campus 

Research how other campuses collect commuter data 

Recommend improvements to our data collection process   

Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Program Support (30%) 

Explore other university/carpool programs and provide assessment of differing programs  

Drafting additions to campus Interactive Map’s sustainability tabs and transportation-related maps 

Research and provide assessment of other university public transit access programs 

Other Duties as Assigned (10%) 

Advertise campus sustainability projects that enhance and highlight sustainable transit practices and events 

Assist with other sustainability programs and initiatives across the university system or at your home campus 

Collaborate with sustainability and transportation focused student organizations 

Seek additional funding or grant sources in support of campus / university-wide sustainability & position related initiatives 

Higher ed / sustainability focused professional development and training opportunities  

Necessary Tools and Equipment30+ 

Laptop computer and cellphone are required. Occasional printer use; printer will be provided by the university. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision in the ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment 

The work performed will be both in person and remote, depending on the assignment.  The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate. 

Eligibility and Requirements  

Required Qualifications  

IU undergraduate and graduate students; must maintain student status for the duration of the internship 

Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater  

Must be reliable and possess strong organizational skills 

Strong desire and ability to learn 

Preferred Qualifications 

Familiarity in principles of sustainability and sustainable transportation  

Experience with MS Office applications, specifically Excel, Access, and Word  

Strong writing and communication skills  

Characteristics of a Strong Candidate/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

The following are essential for this position: initiative, self-motivation, attention to detail, highly organized, professionalism, ease with working with many different types of people, volunteer experience, a natural ease in new situations, and in good academic standing. 

Profiles of Learning for Undergraduate Success 

Through their work in this position, students will become acquainted with the following profiles: 

Communicator – This student will learn how to engage respectfully and professionally with staff leaders. The individual in this position will improve their communication and interpersonal skills by regularly engaging with volunteers. 

Problem Solver – This student will identify and propose solutions for problems using qualitative and quantitative tools, reasoning, and creative thinking. They will gain analytical skills by evaluating current procedures and determining effectiveness through the use of research and best practices in the field.  

Innovator – This student will modify an approach to an issue or problem based on the contexts and requirements of particular situations. Create a plan based on available evidence to achieve a goal related to a meaningful issue. 

Community Contributor – The individual in this position will build community by sharing life skills of growing food. They will advocate for their values and beliefs in a civil and respectful manner. They will engage others civilly and with respect. 

Application 

To apply, upload the following: 

Resume 

A brief, written response to the following questions:  

(1) Why is sustainability important to you? 

(2) Why is sustainable transportation important for IU? 

(3) What do you hope to learn as a result of this experience?  

(4) How will this position help you move forward in your academic or professional career?