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We are Steer and we help people, places and economies thrive. Founded in 1978, Steer is a global employee-owned business consultancy specializing in transportation, cities and infrastructure, with over 460 staff in 24 offices around the world. We have an enduring commitment to generate success for our clients, for ourselves and for the communities in which we support. A commitment that ultimately improves the way people live, work and travel.

At Steer North America, our consultants work tirelessly to improve the landscape of our region, ensuring that our clients keep social and environmental impact in mind as they conduct their operations. We believe that actions speak louder than words, and therefore have annual measurable targets across all social impact areas, particularly DEI and sustainability.

We have also committed to successfully operate as a Net Zero Carbon company by 2025, participating in the UN’s Global Compact.

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Steer is looking for an intern who will help support our Transportation Demand Management (TDM) team, working from home and in the Northern Colorado Region, along the US 34 corridor, from Kersey to Estes Park. The intern’s primary roles will be to support our GoNoCo34 Transportation Management Organization (TMO) project in Northern Colorado.

This internship will report directly to the Executive Director of the GoNoco34 TMO, managed by Steer. In addition, the intern will have the opportunity to support the Burbank TMO in Southern California and other transportation planning-related projects at Steer.

• Representing the TMO at community events (online and/or in person).
• Acting as a liaison with TMO members and stakeholders.
• Designing email marketing and social media campaigns.
• Website coordination (update members, upcoming events, flyer campaigns).
• Capturing monthly board meeting minutes, facilitating recording both verbal and written for TMO board.
• Supporting membership growth among local employers, developers, community non-profits and regional stakeholders.
• Coordinating administrative activities such as bus pass orders, vanpool incentive programs and general office management.
• Aiding with other projects, such as marketing design, mapping, report writing and data analysis, as needed.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be well organized and have a passion and interest in transportation and outreach as well as the ability to speak well, write well, interact easily with the public, support our administrative functions, and provide leadership on email communication and social media campaigns.

• stakeholder outreach
• social media
• email marketing software/database programs
• Canva
• GIS
• Microsoft Suite Graduate students in Urban Planning, Communications, Public Administration and/or similar fields are preferred.

Benefits

Steer is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all candidates regardless of race, color, ancestry, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Any other human expressions and experiences not mentioned here are equally welcome. If you require an accommodation, now or throughout your employment, please let us know. In our commitment to inclusivity in the workplace, Steer has welcomed the creation of various Employee Resource Groups, dedicated to ensuring the support, progression, and well-being of all employees. For more information, check out our social responsibility page Our social responsibility | Steer (steergroup.com).

Our evaluation processes are designed around merit and capability. We don’t select people on the prestige of their educational establishments or other background information. Our interviewers are trained on how to manage selection processes fairly and without bias, and to conduct processes which do not selectively appeal more to one or more demographic to the detriment of any others.

We understand that some may be dissuaded to apply based off their compatibility with the job description. We understand that not everyone is a perfect match on paper and encourage anyone to apply regardless of how much their work experience directly relates to the job description.

Work Life Balance

All Steer employees seeking a part-time opportunity are encouraged to spend 60% of their time in office. A part-time employee’s typical work week consists of up to 16 hours. Hours, expectations, and exemption status will be adjusted for any applicant. Hours, expectations, and exemption status will be determined for any applicant seeking a part-time opportunity.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is $22.50 per hour. [PG1.1][NV1.2]This is a non-exempt position and qualifies for over-time pay at 1.5Xs the hourly rate after having physically worked over 40 hours.

Do be advised that this is an estimated benchmark hourly wage of good faith for the State of Colorado. All compensation, regardless of location, may be subject to change as skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location are considered. Steer reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional compensation.