Intelligent Transportation Systems Intern

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) is engaged in updating regional and local plans for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) in the Sacramento region, including ways to support new technologies such as connected and autonomous vehicles, and methods for better communicating transportation information to the region's residents and visitors, and traffic information to/from the region's traffic managers. SACOG manages the region's 511/STARNET system, which serves as the current hub for regional traffic and travel data and information. SACOG also convenes an ITS Partnership of local agency staff who work on ITS for information-sharing and collaboration.

SACOG is seeking an outgoing, tech-savvy student, interested in research and analysis, for an approximately one year paid Internship to assist with its ITS work. All applicants are required to be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate level program at a college or university. Hours are flexible, and may be up to 15-25 hours per week. Salary is based on number of units completed and any prior work experience.
 
Why join SACOG?

• The dynamic nature of our work – we are a small, flexible, and diverse staff that serves a voluntary association of city and county governments that provide a forum for mutual problem solving and regional advancement. 
• We encourage professional development and growth, as well as, promote job satisfaction and personal fulfillment in which talents are fully utilized and uniqueness is valued. 
• We have a flat organizational structure – collaborative, achievement-oriented teams are the focal point of all of our project work. Our team members come from a range of backgrounds that bring a variety of ideas, perspectives and experiences to help contribute to our innovative and collaborative environment. 
• We are committed to our organizational values – professional excellence, innovation, integrity, leadership, trust, mutual respect, accountability, teamwork, collaboration, open communication, and personal growth.

 Examples of Typical Job Functions

• Research emerging information technologies and apps that could help support and improve the region's traffic/travel information
• Help with administration of the ITS and STARNET/511 program. (e.g., support with organizing and maintaining program files, tracking invoices, etc.)
• Assist with tracking of major events that could impact travel in the region, and help train local governments in the region on providing event information for traveler alerts
• Attend internal and external meetings, provide help with organizing meetings as needed

Education and Experience

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

No experience required.

Training: Interns must be enrolled in relevant subject courses in an undergraduate or graduate program.

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver's license is required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.