M-1 RAIL Internship Program: College Intern Business Support Services Education Currently enrolled college students, recent college graduates Level Job Closing Date Monday, May 11, 2015 Employer: M-1 RAIL Address: 1426 Woodward Avenue Contact Person: Nicole Brown Phone: 313.483.8077 Posting Date: April 24,, 2015 Nature of Business: Transportation Non-Profit City/State: Detroit, MI Zip: 48226 Title: Community Relations Manager Email: [email protected] Closing Date: May 11, 2015 Overview: The M-1 RAIL Business Support Services Intern will provide overall support to the Midtown Detroit, Inc. Business Mitigation Manager in implementing the Midtown, New Center and North End districts business support strategy for the M-1 RAIL Woodward Avenue Streetcar Project. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical, organizational and communications skills. A successful candidate will have to possess creative problem solving skills and have and the ability to build and maintain relationships with small businesses. He/She must have excellent writing skills and possess a basic understanding of the Detroit business support network landscape. This candidate will thrive in a fast paced environment while being attentive to details. He/She must be comfortable working in a diverse community interacting with stakeholders from a variety of racial, ethnic, religious and social-economic backgrounds. Candidates must also have experience performing community outreach and service based projects. Experience using graphic design software such as Adobe CS5 is highly desired, but not required. They should have completed significant course work in the major/minor of Communications, Marketing, Community Development Economic Development, Public Administration or Urban Planning. This opportunity is open to undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university. Applicants must provide proof that the City of Detroit is their primary residence. Duties/Responsibilities: o o o o o o o o o Assist in the coordination of quarterly MDI Small Businesses and M-1 RAIL Project Update Meetings Assist in the facilitation of business outreach activities Participate in the coordination of business support activities Assist in the coordination of M-1 RAIL promotional district tours Conduct transit ridership survey Contribute copy for M-1 RAIL Blog, “On the Line”, and other external communications pieces Participate in meetings to help in strategy evaluation and refinement Update MDI Progress Reports Assist with general office duties 1426 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226 1.800.511.3931 [email protected] m-1rail.com facebook.com/m1rail @M1RAIL M-1 RAIL Internship Program: College Intern Business Support Services Qualifications: Required: o Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2013, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Hootsuite o Majors or minor declared in one of the following: Communications Community Development Economic Development Marketing Public Relations Public Administration Urban Planning o Previous experience in managing community outreach events or service projects o Strong attention to detail o A minimum of a 2.5 GPA o Detroit Residency o Schedule flexibility o Reliable transportation o A familiarity with the Greater Downtown District of Detroit (Downtown, Midtown, New Center and North End neighborhoods) Anticipated Work Schedule and Other Job Specifications: No. of Hours per Week: 30 Days/Times Preferred: Monday- Friday, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends are expected Start Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2015 Expected End Date: Friday, August 14, 2015 *To participate in internship you must be available to attend a three part mandatory program orientation on beginning Tuesday, June 16th. Compensation: Paid Application deadline: Please submit your cover letter, resume and two references by 5 p.m. Monday, May 11, 2015 by email, mail or hand delivery to: M-1 RAIL 1426 Woodward Avenue Detroit, MI 48226 Email: [email protected] Interview and Section Process: Candidates selected to participate in the interview stage will be notified by Tuesday, May 12,, 2015. Interviews will take place May 13th – 20th. Offers of employment will be made by May 22, 2015. 1426 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226 1.800.511.3931 [email protected] m-1rail.com facebook.com/m1rail @M1RAIL M-1 RAIL Internship Program: College Intern Business Support Services About: M-1 RAIL is a non-profit organization formed in 2007 to lead the design, construction and future operation of a 3.3-mile circulating streetcar along Woodward Avenue between Larned Street and West Grand Boulevard in Detroit, Michigan. Mission: The mission of M-1 RAIL is to create a catalyst for investment, economic development and urban renewal that positively impacts the entire region through the construction of a streetcar circulator system running along and connecting Woodward Avenue from the Riverfront to the New Center and North End neighborhoods. Vision: The M-1 RAIL Woodward Avenue Streetcar project is envisioned to be one element of a future modern, world-class regional transit system where all forms of transportation, including rail, bus, vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian, are considered and utilized to build a vibrant, walkable region that includes a thriving Downtown Detroit. This city center is envisioned by supporters of M-1 RAIL to become a foundation for growth and prosperity throughout the surrounding neighborhoods adjacent to the Central Business District, Midtown, New Center and North End. We affirm that we are an equal opportunity employer, offering employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other factor prohibited 1426 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226 1.800.511.3931 [email protected] m-1rail.com facebook.com/m1rail @M1RAIL
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