Description
The Travel Modeling Intern will support the Analytics division in the MAG Planning Department. The role involves preparing and updating regional travel demand model input files in Bentley's Cube software, processing data in Python, R, Excel, and creating maps and tools for regional forecasting and planning efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare input GIS data for MAG forecasting models influencing population projections and projects in the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).
- Process and consolidate land use and transportation data for Summit, Utah, and Wasatch Counties.
- Prepare transportation network input files for travel model scenario development.
- Run and process regional travel demand model scenarios.
- Produce high-quality maps and datasets for stakeholders.
- Support GIS needs in other divisions in the MAG Planning Department.
Qualifications:
- Working towards a BS or MS degree in geography, urban planning, civil engineering, statistics, data science, or a related discipline.
- Experience with Esri GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online).
- Understanding of regional transportation and land use planning in Utah County.
- Experience using Google Workspace.
- Familiarity with programming tools like Python, R, HTML.
- Ability to quickly learn new skills and proactively consider solutions to complex problems.
- Proactive, detail-oriented attitude.
- Availability to work an average of 19 hours per week.
- Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
This is a part-time, up to 19 hours per week position expected to last no more than 6 months. The compensation is $17.50 per hour.