Internships (10) - U.S. Census Bureau

The U.S. Census Bureau is currently hiring for 10 internship positions. Applications will close on 10/13/2023 or after the first 150 applications are received. More information is available at the links below.

Recent Graduate and Student Intern Hiring (Fall) - U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Talent Network

 The National Recruitment Center is hosting virtual information sessions throughout September and October.  Sign up is through eventbrite.

• Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 3:00 PM EDT
• Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 11:00 AM EDT
• Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 12:00 PM EDT
• Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 1:00 PM EDT
• Thursday, October 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM EDT
• Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 3:00 PM EDT

The open window to apply for these jobs will be:

• Pathways Student Interns  - October 16-27
• Pathways Recent Grad - October 23-27

Community Development Intern - Village of Lincolnwood

Department: Community Development

Location: Lincolnwood, IL

Salary: $19.8

Summary:

The Village of Lincolnwood, Illinois (13,483 – 2020 census) is seeking a Community Development Intern to perform research involving a variety of public administration projects. Reporting to the Planning and Economic Development Manager, the Community Development Intern will assist with the completion of projects in the areas of planning, economic development, building and zoning.

Virtual Student Federal Service Internship Program

Title: Future of Mobility Innovation Challenge Project
How many interns: 4
When: 9/15/23 - 5/31/24
Application Due Date: 7/31/23

Introduction

Federal Transit Administration (FTA)’s Office of Mobility Innovation seeks student innovators passionate about making the world a better place through transportation innovation. In this internship, you will work with a team of interns to propose an innovative solution to today’s mobility challenges, informed by the public transportation and mobility industry, that advances a future of carefree mobility. The landscape of public transportation and mobility is ever-evolving, and we are looking for your ideas to uncover how innovation can change our mobility systems and travel patterns for the better.

More information, including instructions for applying, can be found here.

Intern - Bronner Group

Bronner Group is a Chicago-based, woman-owned management consulting firm exclusively focused on serving the public sector. For more than three decades, Bronner has served over 500 federal, state, and local government entities, and has built this network of clients through its combination of a clear mission and a holistic approach that evaluates each client’s unique set of challenges and opportunities to develop customized solutions.

 

Bronner is seeking a rising junior or senior to join our team as an intern for the fall for around 30 hours per week, including one day from our office at 120 N. LaSalle. Interns support the whole team with research, writing, notetaking, and occasional and basic data analysis in Excel. Given our public sector focus, candidates should possess some knowledge or interest in government, politics, policy, law, and/or organizational behavior.

 

Interested candidates can send their resumes to Trevor Langan at tlangan@bronnergroup.com. They can learn more about Bronner here: https://www.bronnergroup.com/

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) National Internship Program

For more information and instructions on how to apply, please visit HACU's website.

Overview

Since 1992, HACU has offered one of the best internship programs in the country. Join our 14,000 alumni in gaining invaluable professional experience interning within a federal agency, while getting paid! 

• PAID internship
  • Spring 2023 pay rates (according to status during internship):
    • Currently enrolled or recently graduated undergraduate (associate's or bachelor's degree) = $16.10/hour
    • Currently enrolled or recently graduated graduate (master's degree, Ph.D., J.D., etc.) = $17.50/hour
• Year-round sessions: fall and spring (15 weeks) and summer (10 weeks)
• Virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats
• Full-time and part-time positions
• Numerous program benefits:
• Federal work experience (see partners below)
• No application fee
• Potential for academic credit
• Professional development seminars
• Programmatic and student support from HNIP Staff

Public Lands Transportation Fellows Program

PLTF Description

The 2023 Public Lands Transportation Fellows Program provides paid opportunities to advance the transportation workforce by attracting our next generation of public stewards to the field of transportation— through unique opportunities for career development and public service on key visitor transportation issues. Fellows work closely under the coaching and mentoring of staff of Federal Land Management Agencies (FLMAs), such as the National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, to facilitate transportation planning or implementation projects for transportation solutions that preserve valuable resources and enhance the visitor experience. Through service at a unit or region/field office, fellows are invited to incite innovative change in our transportation systems and environmental lands management through significant contributions that advance cost-effective sustainability.

Find out more and apply here.

Public Lands Transportation Fellows Program - National Wildlife Refuge System

Description

Are you (or do you know) a recent graduate who loves parks and public lands? Someone passionate about preserving valuable resources and enhancing the visitor experience? Someone looking for a hands-on, unique experience to make an impact? Then this is the right fit for you!

The Public Lands Transportation Fellows program provides a unique opportunity for career development and public service working directly with staff of Federal Land Management Agencies (FLMAs) on key visitor transportation issues.

Apply now for our open positions at Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge in Marion, IL; Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Complex in Ridgefield, WA; and a NPS Midwest Region Climate Fellow in either Omaha, NE or Lakewood, CO.

To accelerate the hiring process, we have removed some of our typical application requirements (like a letter of reference). Submit your application soon…we will begin reviewing applications on Wednesday May 31, 2023!

Learn more here: https://westerntransportationinstitute.org/professional-development/public-lands-transportation-fellows/transportation-fellows-application/ 

Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program - Fall 2023, Partnership for Public Service

Description

Managed by the Partnership for Public Service, the Future Leaders in Public Service Internship Program helps bring diverse young talent to government and offers students the opportunity to apply their educational training to work at a federal agency. The program is actively recruiting its fall 2023 cohort to join the Department of Transportation, National Science Foundation and the Small Business Administration as paid interns. Undergraduate, graduate and professional students from across all academic disciplines are welcome to apply. Fully remote and in-person opportunities are available.

The program benefits and eligibility vary by each agency; interested candidates are strongly encouraged to review each carefully and email internships@ourpublicservice.org with any questions.

Find out more about each agency and apply here

APA Judith McManus Price Scholarship for Women and Minority Planning Students


Judith McManus Price, a planner for more than 30 years before her death in 2001, was an exceptional woman with extraordinary talents that she freely shared, not only with her family and friends, but also with her community, her colleagues, and her profession. She served the public sector in a variety of planning positions facing challenges with strength and optimism — her trademark.
Her husband, Thomas Price, continues her gift of sharing with a generous endowment to the Judith McManus Price Scholarship to help women and minority students enter the field of planning.

Eligibility: Women or minority (African American, Hispanic, or Native American) undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in an approved Planning Accreditation Board (PAB) planning program. Students must be citizens of the United States.

This scholarship is awarded annually to students intending to pursue careers as practicing planners in the public sector and who are able to demonstrate a genuine financial need.
Awards will range between $2,000 and $5,000.

Land Use Planning Internship (grads & undergrads) - 1000 Friends of Oregon (Portland)

Who: 1000 Friends of Oregon is a forty-three year old public interest organization that advocates smart growth through comprehensive land use and transportation planning, using Oregon’s renowned planning program. We work with Oregonians across the state to enhance the quality of life for all, by building livable urban and rural communities and protecting family farms and forests.

What: The purpose of the Gerhardt Internship is to provide an opportunity for on-the-job experience for planning students or those in similar fields, especially for those interested in public service. The intern will work on one or two large projects, such as 1000 Friends’ efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through linking land use and transportation planning, ensuring communities plan for affordable and diverse housing, or to preserve farm land. The intern might also work on smaller, short-term projects to gain a wider acquaintance with Oregon's land use program. Supervision will be provided by the 1000 Friends’ staff member overseeing each project.