Affordable Housing Internship, UPHoldings

Our Company: UPholdings is a comprehensive real estate firm that is dedicated to creating, operating, and sustaining quality affordable housing in communities throughout the United States. Our company builds, manages, and operates its projects for the entirety of their operational cycle. Our portfolio includes a wide range of project types, including family, senior and permanent supportive housing developments.

 

Location: Remote work focused in California; some site visits required

Internship Description: The Intern at UPholdings will: (1) work closely with staff on various project management tasks, including compiling financing, due-diligence, compliance, and supportive documentation associated with existing, prospective, and under-development projects; (2) coordinate on-going project tasks with vendors, site managers, and contractors; and (3) assist staff with office administrative duties, including tracking project finances, scheduling appointments, preparing outgoing document deliveries, and assisting with office supplies management.

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Qualifications:

●      Must be enrolled in an educational program concentrating on urban planning and development, real estate transactions, or finance.

●      Have previous professional experience working in an office or small team remote environment.

●      Capable of managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines.

 

Work Hours:

Able to dedicate 15-29 hours weekly working remotely with potential site visits occasionally.

Compensation: Interns will be compensated hourly commensurate with experience.

UPholdings is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This standard applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. UPholdings makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. 

 

Apply by emailing your resume and cover letter to recruiting@upholdings.net

CMAP - Plan Implementation Intern 2022

Job Description

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire three (3) interns in the Plan Implementation and Legislative Affairs Division. The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is our region’s comprehensive planning organization. The agency and its partners are implementing ON TO 2050, a long-range plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues. See cmap.illinois.gov/about for more information on the agency’s vision and core values.   

The interns will support CMAP’s ON TO 2050 plan implementation work, which carries out regional planning projects, policy research and analysis, and collaboration among stakeholders. These efforts are focused on three critical areas: climate mitigation and resilience, ensuring an equitable transportation system, and growing an economy that works for everyone. Plan Implementation interns will be assigned to work within one of the three focus areas: 

• Climate. This intern will support climate mitigation and adaptation projects by performing research and writing about assigned topics, conducting geographic information system (GIS) analysis, and participating in regional engagement efforts. Project assignments may touch on regional transportation mitigation and resilience strategies, local climate action and capacity building, state and federal climate initiatives, and advancing CMAP's climate data collection, analysis, and inventory. 
• Transportation safety. This intern will support CMAP’s regional safety action agenda by assisting staff with ongoing engagement efforts and meeting coordination as well as conducting research and data analysis. Project work is likely to cover topics like speed management and bicycle and pedestrian safety as well as the development of implementation tools. These tools could include new policy ideas, roadway design, or data resources that equitably improve the safety of all modes in our region.  
• Policy analysis generalist. This intern will support various Plan Implementation and Legislative Affairs projects with research, analysis, and engagement work. This intern is likely to join ongoing projects including the development of an Equity Framework for transportation investments; the identification and advancement of policy interventions to combat disinvestment; and the development of a new CMAP program to promote equitable engagement in CMAP projects and committees. In addition to the skills and functions listed below, ideal candidates for this position will have interest in equitable community development and transportation planning, as well as lived experienced that demonstrates an ability to work with diverse community and government stakeholders. 

 Essential Functions 

Primary responsibilities will include a combination of the following: 

• Research and writing. The intern will assist project teams by conducting research and contributing to written products. This may include assisting in the development of reports, memos, and policy briefs. It may also include researching plans, programs, and policies of other planning entities and organizations, and surveying best practices in relevant topic areas. The intern should be able to convey research findings in a clear and concise manner. 
• Data analysis and mapping. The intern will help with regional data collection, analysis, and mapping. This will include gathering data via the Census or other datasets related to issues of particular importance to ON TO 2050 implementation. Familiarity with data sources, ability to analyze data, and ability to communicate the results of this analysis are necessary skills. The intern may also prepare maps or other graphical representations of data for internal or external use. 
• Engagement. Plan implementation involves engaging regional stakeholders. The intern will assist with various elements of engagement including coordination, gathering feedback, meeting logistics, facilitation, and note-taking.  

Skills 

Interns to do not need to demonstrate all of the following skills, but qualified applicants will be adept at multiple of the following skills and have a desire to learn: 

• GIS concepts and functions, familiarity with ArcGIS, and experience working with spatial data 
• Microsoft Office 
• Outreach, engagement, facilitation  
• Generalist and Safety positions: data analysis and statistical skills (advanced Excel and/or comfort in R or Python) 
• Climate and Safety positions: Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) 

Equipment 

• Part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order.  If the intern does not have access to this equipment it can be provided upon request.   

Who should apply? 

Applicant with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, public policy, economics, geography, transportation, environmental studies, or a related field.  Applicant enrolled in a master's program preferred.  

Ready to join us? 

Apply here between February 18, 2022, through March 18, 2022. 

• Internship will last for three months, June 1 through September 1, 2022 and will work no more than 29 hours/week.  There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year. 
• Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made. 
• Interns able to participate at least 50% of their hours in person are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives. 
• Interviews will be held early April 2022. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted). 
• CMAP internships pay $17.00 hourly. 

CMAP - Planning Intern 2022

Job Description

The intern will support CMAP’s technical assistance and capacity building programs, which provide assistance to communities across the Chicago metropolitan region to develop local land use and transportation plans and assist in the implementation of those plans.  The intern will be expected to support projects by performing geographic information system (GIS) analysis, researching, and writing about assigned topics, and participating in community engagement efforts.  Project assignments will be determined based on program needs and the intern’s interests and skill sets.  However, the intern should have a strong understanding of transportation and land use planning topics.   

Essential Functions 

The intern’s primary responsibilities will include a combination of the following: 

•  Research and writing.  The intern will assist project teams by conducting research and contributing to written products.  This may include assisting in the development of existing conditions reports by reviewing and providing written summaries of past plans and ordinances.  It may also include researching plans, programs, and policies of other planning entities and organizations, and surveying best practices in relevant topic areas.  The intern should be able to convey research findings in a clear and concise manner. 
•  Data analysis and mapping. The intern will help with regional and community-focused data collection, analysis, and mapping.  This will include gathering data via the Census or other datasets related to issues of particular importance to communities or ON TO 2050 implementation.  Familiarity with data sources, ability to analyze data, and ability to communicate the results of this analysis are necessary skills.  The intern will also prepare maps to appear in interim and final documents related to projects.  
•  Outreach. Projects involve staffing many public meetings.  The intern will assist with various elements of public engagement including table facilitation, registration, and note-taking.  
•  Future Leaders in Planning (FLIP): The intern will assist with CMAP’s FLIP program, a free leadership development program for high school students. The intern will help CMAP staff administer the program and facilitate interactions with regional leaders.  

Knowledge, Skills, and Interests 

• General knowledge of, and interest in, urban and/or regional planning issues and practice such as transportation, land use, environmental, and social considerations in planning.  
• GIS concepts and functions, familiarity with ArcGIS, and experience working with large regional datasets.  
• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and SketchUp 
• Microsoft Office 

Equipment 

Part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order.  If the intern does not have access to this equipment it can be provided upon request.   

Who should apply? 

Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, or a related field.  Applicant enrolled in a master's program preferred.  

Ready to join us? 

• Apply here between February 18, 2022, through March 18, 2022. 
• Internship will last for three months, June 1 through September 1, 2022 and will work no more than 29 hours/week.  There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year. 
• Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made. 
• Interns able to participate at least 50% of their hours in person are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives. 
• Interviews will be held early April 2022. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted). 
• CMAP internships pay $17.00 hourly. 

 

CMAP - Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern 2022

Job Description

The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is seeking to hire up to four (4) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) interns to assist the research and innovation team within CMAP’s Research, Analysis and Programming division.  The Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP) is our region’s comprehensive planning organization.  The agency and its partners are implementing ON TO 2050, CMAP’s long-range plan to help the seven counties and 284 communities of northeastern Illinois implement strategies that address transportation, housing, economic development, open space, the environment, and other quality-of-life issues.  See www.cmap.illinois.gov for more information.   

This will be a 12-week paid internship that involves participating in a variety of GIS-based data development projects to support regional analysis, planning and forecasting activities at CMAP.   

Essential functions:  

• Perform research to aid in the creation and maintenance of land use and transportation planning datasets 
• Edit and create GIS data (digitization and attribute update) 
• Conduct quality control and quality assurance on methods and procedures 
• Thoroughly document work products for use by other CMAP staff 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities including competencies that may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position. 

Knowledge of general GIS concepts and functions; familiarity with ArcGIS (Desktop and/or Pro) interface is required, as are basic office computer skills (word processing, Excel data entry).  Prior experience in digitizing/editing vector GIS datasets is essential; knowledge of Python scripting or other programming languages and/or georeferencing raster imagery helpful. Familiarity with urban datasets (e.g., census, land use, zoning) is essential. 

Equipment 

Part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order.  If the intern does not have access to this equipment it can be provided upon request.   

Who should apply? 

Applicants who have a bachelor’s degree in geography, GIS, geoinformatics, urban planning, environmental studies, engineering, or a related field.  Applicant enrolled in a Master’s program preferred. 

Ready to join us? 

• Apply here between February 18, 2022, through March 18, 2022.  
• Internship will last for three months, June 1 through September 1, 2022 and will work no more than 29 hours/week.  There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year. 
• Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made. 
• Interns able to participate at least 50% of their hours in person are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives. 
• Interviews will be held early April 2022. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted). 
• CMAP internships pay $17.00 hourly. 

CMAP - Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Intern 2022

Job Description

Responsible for providing assistance in collecting and analyzing project data to support CMAP’s transportation program management activities.  Assist with documentation of core decisions in development of the transportation planning process.  Analyze transportation project expenditures to assess trends in project delays and cost changes. Assist with development of materials for certification review.   

Knowledge, skills, and abilities 

Working knowledge of common operating systems and software applications including database systems, Windows and Microsoft Office with a focus on Microsoft Excel.  Proficiency in reading, writing, and communication among team members is required.  Basic database knowledge (particularly Microsoft Access and SQL) is desired, but not required.  

Equipment 

Part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order.  If the intern does not have access to this equipment it can be provided upon request. 

Who should apply? 

Applicants enrolled in a bachelor or masters’ degree program in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field. 

Ready to join us?  

• Apply here between February 18, 2022, through March 18, 2022   
• Internship will last for three months, June 1 through September 1, 2022 and will work no more than 29 hours/week.  There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year.  
• Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made.  
• Interns able to participate at least 50% of their hours in person are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives.  
• Interviews will be held early April 2022. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted).  
• CMAP internships pay $17.00 hourly. 

 

CMAP - Transportation Planning Intern 2022

Job Description

Assist in evaluating transportation system investment needs by developing datasets on safety, congestion, transit usage, and calculating performance measures. The intern may also be asked support transportation modeling activities such as interpreting and summarizing results. The ideal candidate for this internship will have strengths in quantitative analysis, geographic information systems (GIS), and basic coding applied to large databases. This position will assist with research that enhances the agency’s capacity to evaluate the safety, reliability, congestion reduction, economic impact, livability, and other benefits of transportation projects. This internship opportunity will be remote and selected candidate must have personal laptop to use. 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities 

Excellent data management skills and the ability to collect, manipulate, and analyze data in spreadsheets and large databases, as well as the ability to generate findings from these data and present results.  GIS, database, and spreadsheet skills are required.  Experience with transportation modeling, PostgreSQL, Python, or R is a plus. 

Equipment 

Part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order.  If the intern does not have access to this equipment it can be provided upon request. 

Who should apply? 

Applicants with a bachelor’s in Data Science or Analytics, Planning, Engineering, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.  Applicants currently enrolled in a master's program preferred.   

Ready to join us? 

• Apply here between February 18, 2022, through March 18, 2022  
• Internship will last for three months, June 1 through September 1, 2022 and will work no more than 29 hours/week.  There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year. 
• Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made. 
• Interns able to participate at least 50% of their hours in person are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives. 
• Interviews will be held early April 2022. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted). 
• CMAP internships pay $17.00 hourly. 

CMAP - Data Analyst - Modeling Intern 2022

Job Description

The intern will participate in CMAP’s transportation modeling activities, which provides data analysis and quantitative modeling in support of CMAP’s planning work. Specifically, the intern will assist CMAP’s modeling staff in developing, updating, and performing quality control activities on input datasets that support agency modeling tools. The intern may also be asked to interpret and summarize analysis results. This position may also require the intern to search for and review reports to support research activities. This internship opportunity will be remote and selected candidate must have personal laptop to use. 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities 

Strong research, analysis (both qualitative and quantitative), and communication skills.  Experience with Geographic Information Systems software, scripting languages, and statistical analysis applications (e.g., Python, R, SAS) is desired.   

Equipment 

Part of the work will be done remotely therefore interns will need access to a Windows computer, in good working order.  If the intern does not have access to this equipment, it can be provided upon request.   

Who should apply? 

Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in urban planning, public administration, public policy, economics, geography, transportation, environmental studies, or a related field.  Applicants enrolled in a master's program preferred.  

Ready to join us? 

-Apply here between February 18, 2022, through March 18, 2022.  

-Internship will last for three months, June 1 through September 1, 2022, and will work no more than 29 hours/week. There are limited options to continue on as part-time (up to 19 hours/week) basis into the school year. 

-Minor start and end-date accommodations may be made. 

-Interns able to participate at least 50% of their hours in person are preferred. If necessary, CMAP will consider other hybrid work alternatives. 

-Interviews will be held early April 2022. (Shortlisted candidates will be contacted).

-CMAP internships pay $17.00 hourly. 

Summer Intern - Urban Design, Skidmore Owings & Merrill

SOM, one of the most influential design firms in the world, is seeking innovative, creative, independent, and critical thinkers who aspire to the highest standards of excellence. Join our collaborative design practice as an Urban Design Summer Intern for the opportunity to build a strong and thriving career.

SOM's Summer Internship Program will run from June 6, 2022 to August 12, 2022.

Desired skills and expertise:

• Current student in an accredited bachelor’s program or master’s degree program in urban design or architecture or related field of study and returning to school in the Fall of 2022.

• Some experience in the urban design or architecture profession or associated arts.

• Demonstrated general interest and limited knowledge of urban design and planning, urban history and theory, planning and environmental law, and private and public development.

• Strong design capabilities and basic delineation skills as demonstrated in portfolio or work samples.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite.

• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

Reminders:

• You must be returning to school in Fall 2022 to be considered for a summer internship at SOM.

• Applicants who do not submit work samples will not be reviewed.

• Application deadline is March 4, 2022.

SOM offers opportunities to work on transformational projects, competitive salaries, health insurance, wellness, retirement and financial and other work/life plans.

Apply here: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/summer-intern-urban-design-at-skidmore-owings-merrill-som-2897222660?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic

At SOM, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We believe an inclusive environment benefits our employees, our firm, and our community, while also enriching and challenging our own thinking about design. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy and how to apply offline: www.som.com/employment_opportunities_and_policy

For more about SOM: www.som.com

Grad Asst. Needed for CUPPA Communications/Urban Forum

CUPPA Urban Forum/Communication Graduate Assistant 25% (10 hours per week)

The College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs is seeking a Graduate Assistant beginning January 2022 to work with Assistant Dean for Communication Jodi White Jones and the 2022 Urban Forum team. The Graduate Assistant must be a full time CUPPA graduate student AT LEAST through May 2023 or December 2023.

 

Requirements:

• must be a full time CUPPA graduate student at least through May 2023 or December 2023.

• must demonstrate professional writing and editing skills, be able to prioritize assignments appropriately, and be self-directed.  

• photography and video experience desired.  Must be experienced in both Mac and Windows environments.  Communication, marketing, English or related undergrad degree desired.

• must be very familiar with the multitude of social media vehicles (especially Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Blogspot, etc) web content management systems (ideally WordPress), MSOffice, and graphic and video related software. 

• must HAPPILY engage in other duties as assigned including contributing to public affairs, communication, and special events, and general office tasks within the Dean’s Office.

• must be an organized, creative, critical thinker, in addition to being enrolled as a CUPPA grad student full-time through May 2023 or December 2023.

Primary duties for the Urban Forum may include: 

• assist on writing, planning, preparation, and implementation of the UIC Urban Forum.

• staff all meetings prior to and following the forum.

• attend the forum.

• assist staff on note-taking and summaries of all sessions at the forum.

• correspond with authors and presenters related to the forum and maintain various records.

• assist on forum communication materials under strict deadlines.

• assist with editing and writing contributions to the forum manuscript under the supervision of the Dean and published by the University of Illinois Press.

• other duties as assigned. 

Please send an email cover letter, resume, references, and two writing samples by Tuesday, January 18, 2021 or sooner to jmwhite@uic.edu.

Internship, Oakland Department of Transportation (OakDOT)

The Oakland Department of Transportation (OakDOT) is hiring interns! Apply by February 10th, 2022. Students from diverse disciplines are encouraged to apply. Also, we strongly encourage BIPOC, people with disabilities, women, and people with other underrepresented identities to apply. For more info, visit https://www.oaklandca.gov/topics/oakland-department-of-transportation-internships