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M-1 RAIL Internship
Program:
High School Intern Operations
Education High school students entering their junior and senior year for the 2015-2016 academic school year in
addition to 2015 graduates
Level
Job
Closing
Date
Monday, May 11, 2014
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 Operations Intern will provide overall support to the executive leadership team and contribute to the daily
office operations and strategy implementation of the M-1 RAIL Woodward Avenue Streetcar Project. He/She will work closely
with the Director of External Relations and Executive Assistant.
The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical, organizational and communications skills. He/She should have an
excellent mathematical aptitude along with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel. This candidate will thrive
in a fast pace environment while being attentive to details. This opportunity is open to high school students entering their
juniors and senior year for the 2015-2016 academic year in addition to 2015 graduates. Applicants must live in the
City of Detroit.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide assistance to the Project Management Leadership Department
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Perform inventory management
Field phone calls/emails
Assist in meeting preparation and wrap up activities
Perform database updates
Participate in meetings to assist in meeting minute preparation
Participate in meetings to help in strategy development
Assist in the development of educational outreach curriculum
Participate in weekly site inspections
Participate in development and execution of transit ridership survey strategy
Provide assistance to the Finance Department
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Prepare basic account reconciliations and journal entries
Prepare bank reconciliations and other balance sheet account reconciliation to assist with month end close
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1426 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226
1.800.511.3931
[email protected]
m-1rail.com
facebook.com/m1rail
@M1RAIL
M-1 RAIL Internship
Program:
High School Intern Operations
Qualifications:
Required:
o Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 2013, Intermediate knowledge of Excel
o Customer Service Skills
o Academic background comprised of a strong Math curriculum with classes successfully completed in the following
areas
 Algebra
Accounting
 Business Mathematics
 Economics
o Strong attention to detail
o A minimum of a 2.5 GPA
o Detroit Residency
Desired:
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: 20
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:
High School Intern Operations
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