SDOT Transit & Mobility Programs Interns

Position DescriptionJoin us in shaping Seattle’s streets! At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don’t just move people, we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city.With a bold vision for the future, we’re tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live.Seattle is growing fast, and we’re growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we’re building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving.We’re a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let’s build a Seattle that works for everyone together!Position Overview: SDOT’s Transit and Mobility Programs intern posting brings together three teams whose work is centered on expanding access to transportation options and ensuring Seattle’s public right-of-way is safe, inclusive, and accessible to all residents. One role focuses on shared micromobility—helping manage bike, scooter, and car share programs that reduce emissions and expand low-carbon travel options. Two roles focus on ADA accessibility—one supporting the City’s ADA Transition Plan through community outreach and GIS-based analysis, and the other providing hands-on support for ADA project design, construction, and inspections in the field. All three roles combine technical work with a commitment to transportation equity and access for all Seattle residents.By applying to this job posting, you are applying for these opportunities:Opportunity 1: Shared Mobility Program Intern (Undergraduate or Graduate) SDOT’s Shared Mobility Team oversees bike share, scooter share, and car share programs with a focus on advancing transportation electrification, reducing emissions, and expanding equitable access to low-carbon travel options. Interns will play a hands-on role in day-to-day shared micromobility operations—conducting field audits, developing geofences in ArcGIS, scoping parking corrals, and supporting community outreach—while also contributing to program research, policy work, and data analysis. This role is a strong fit for students with an interest in emerging mobility, transportation equity, or urban sustainability.Key Responsibilities: Develop geofences in ArcGIS, perform field audits to gather data on bike and scooter devices, and scope and develop work orders for shared micromobility parking corrals. Support program research, policy development, website editing, and data analysis for the Shared Mobility Team. Represent SDOT at community outreach events to educate the public about shared micromobility programs and services. Contribute to program management and reporting supporting the team’s transportation electrification and equity goals. Opportunity 2: ADA Customer Service & Accessibility Intern (Undergraduate or Graduate) SDOT’s ADA Program leads and supports efforts in policy, planning, design, engineering, construction, and inspections related to ADA accessibility within Seattle’s public right-of-way and SDOT-owned facilities. This intern will primarily support the ADA Transition Plan Update—conducting outreach and engagement, developing and distributing surveys, synthesizing community input, and utilizing ArcGIS to connect survey findings with capital improvement planning. The intern will also support ADA project coordination and delivery, ensuring accessibility elements are scoped to federal, state, and city standards. This role is ideal for students with an interest in accessible design, disability policy, or community engagement.Key Responsibilities:Support ADA Transition Plan outreach including survey and focus group development, distribution, analysis of findings, and creation of accessible community materials and graphics. Coordinate ADA Customer Service Request (CSR) projects and Transition Plan work with the ADA Program team, including weekly meetings, action item follow-up, and work plan development. Support SDOT’s Pedestrian Access Advisory Committee (PAAC) and other public meetings—researching background materials, coordinating logistics, taking notes, and ensuring an accessible meeting environment. Utilize ArcGIS spatial analysis to connect community survey responses with capital improvement requests and support the development of new accessibility projects. Opportunity 3: ADA Project Delivery Intern (Undergraduate) SDOT’s ADA Program is seeking an undergraduate intern to provide hands-on support for the design, delivery, and inspection of ADA accessibility improvements in Seattle’s public right-of-way. This intern will work directly on projects associated with ADA customer service requests—assisting with scoping, preliminary design layouts, field inspections, and asset management data collection for curb ramps, Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS), and other accessibility features. This role is well suited for students with an interest in urban planning, urban design, or civil engineering who want direct project delivery experience in a public agency.Key Responsibilities: Assist with the design and delivery of curb ramps, Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS), and other ADA-related customer service requests, including scoping, site planning, preliminary design layouts, and work order development. Support inspections and asset management review—collecting data on ADA accessibility features in the public right-of-way, including new assets after construction and assessments of existing conditions. Coordinate ADA Customer Service Request (CSR) projects and ADA Transition Plan activities with the ADA Program team and partner divisions, including research, meeting support, notetaking, and preparation of presentation materials. Support SDOT’s Pedestrian Access Advisory Committee (PAAC) and other public meetings by compiling research, coordinating logistics, taking notes, and assisting with accessible meeting setup. Please note that these tasks are estimates and may change depending on the interests and skills of the applicant. Tasks will also evolve as new priorities emerge.Educational Benefits:Gain experience supporting shared mobility operations and/or ADA accessibility programs spanning policy, planning, design, engineering, construction, and inspections within SDOT’s Transit and Mobility Division. Develop applied GIS and spatial analysis skills through projects connecting field data, community survey input, and capital improvement planning. Build an understanding of how transportation equity, emerging mobility technology, and federal accessibility standards intersect across the full lifecycle of urban transportation project delivery. Receive mentorship and training from experienced program managers and ADA specialists, with opportunities to attend professional meetings, advisory committees, and community events. Professional and Educational Benefits:Engage in meaningful and educational opportunities that align seamlessly with your academic program, enhancing both your knowledge and skills. Contribute to your community while building a rewarding and impactful career by working with SDOT. Develop valuable networking connections with experienced professional staff, fostering relationships that can support your future career growth. Take advantage of City-sponsored training sessions and professional development modules to expand your expertise and competencies. Experience a diverse range of responsibilities and projects that contribute to making Seattle an exceptional place to live, work, and thrive. Competitive Pay and Benefits:Paid sick leave after 90 days of employment. Enjoy commuting benefits including ORCA transit passes, bike programs and benefits, guaranteed ride home program, carpool matching, and more. Participate in the City’s Flash Mentorship program, offering quick and impactful guidance from experienced professionals to support your growth. Job ResponsibilitiesFor your reference, please refer to each of the options above.QualificationsEducation:Open to all undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in an accredited 2-year or 4-year educational program.Preferred Areas of Study:Urban Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Business, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications, Civil Engineering, or a related field with interest in transportation equity, accessibility, or shared mobility.Minimum Qualifications:All undergraduate majors, except engineering and accounting students, must maintain a 2.0 GPA.Undergraduate engineering and accounting students mustmaintaina 2.5 GPA.All graduate students must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA.Desired Qualifications:Strong analytical, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and self-manage workload in a hybrid work environment. Commitment to equitable service delivery and engagement with diverse communities, including low-income individuals, communities of color, and people with disabilities. Experience with ArcGIS, Google Maps, or comparable GIS/mapping software. Familiarity with ADA accessibility requirements (PROWAG, ADA standards), shared mobility programs, or transportation equity frameworks. Experience supporting community outreach, survey design, inspections, or customer service activities. Interest in accessible infrastructure, transportation electrification, low-carbon travel options, or capital project delivery. Ability to conduct fieldwork in varying weather conditions. Multi-language proficiency is a plus. Additional InformationInternship dates:Start/End Dates: June 2026 – June 2027Schedule:Intern will work up to 20 hours/week while school is in session, up to 40 hours/week during school breaks. Work hours can be scheduled between 8am and 5pm Monday - Friday. May work weekends, may work evenings.Salary: Undergraduate students will be paid $22.56 - $22.56 per hour.Graduate students will be paid $27.67 - $27.67 per hour.Hiring Process:Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Your application will not be reviewed if any of these items are missing or incomplete.Completed NEOGOV online application. Cover letter. Resume. Unofficial transcript including current classes and GPA. For students transitioning from an undergraduate to graduate program, submit admissions offer to the graduate program to confirm intention of enrollment.Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process.Hybrid Work:Interns are expected to report to work onsite in Seattle consistent with departmental in-office minimums and as operational needs require for the duration of their internships with the City of Seattle. Therefore, interns are expected to have a Washington State address and reside in Washington State at the start and for the duration of their internships with the City of Seattle.Who May Apply:This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences.Accommodations for people with disabilities is provided on request.