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Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, which is the fourth largest area in the United States.

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking an Intern to support its government relations program. The student in this position will assist with government relations efforts including monitoring state and federal legislative activity. Applicants wishing to be considered for this position should apply online at https://www.nctcog.org/Careers. All submittals should include a cover letter summarizing career objectives, as well as a current resume.

Ideal candidates should attend school in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and be able to work at least 20 hours per week while attending school.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Working with supervisor to monitor legislative and regulatory actions at the federal and state levels related to transportation and air quality
Working with supervisor to summarize legislation and rulemakings
Drafting for supervisor review, written and oral legislative updates
Drafting for supervisor review, correspondence and educational materials to conduct outreach with elected officials at the federal, State, and local levels
Drafting for supervisor review, correspondence supporting transportation-related grant applications
Maintaining contact information for elected officials and committee members

Required Skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Working knowledge of Microsoft Access desired
Good communication, both written and verbal, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen to and follow instructions, coordinate with team members, and present ideas
Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing quality of work
Must be able to work independently and in a team environment

Required Education and Experience

Must be attending an accredited college or university in a degree-seeking program during employment (i.e., political science/government, urban/regional planning, public administration, or related field)
No work experience required

Starting Salary

Minimum of $17.10 per hour

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments, and was established to assist local governments in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit, and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication, and make joint decisions. Since 1974, NCTCOG has served as the Metropolitan Planning Organization for transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area and is responsible for developing transportation plans and programs that address the complex needs of the rapidly growing area. The planning area for transportation includes the 12 counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant, and Wise.

The agency offers generous benefits, a friendly atmosphere with open communications for cooperative decision making, and challenging opportunities. The environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility, and innovation.

NCTCOG is recognized as a military-friendly employer and values the knowledge, experience, and skills acquired through a military service career.

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