Governors Summer Intern - INDOT Equity Initiative Services

Full-time - Intern

Indianapolis, IN

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Governor's Summer Internship Program (GSI) offers college students hands-on experience in their field of study, enhancing their marketability upon graduation. The intern will work within the Equity Initiative Services Division of the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), focusing on various projects that support the agency's goals while providing a valuable learning experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and execute one major project related to agency needs and academic area of study
• Create, develop, and sustain the programmatic efforts for the assigned discipline
• Analyze data and feedback to provide recommendations
• Partner with other relevant stakeholders to promote and enhance the quality of projects
• Collaborate with State of Indiana agencies to ensure effective implementation of internal and external initiatives
• Participate and assist in the planning, coordination and implementation of the Business Development Program (BDP)
• Formulate marketing strategies and various activities for the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Resource Development/Supportive Services program
• Provide on-site support of DBE events, event operations, meeting planning, research projects, administrative tasks, and other responsibilities as assigned
• Analyze and improve ongoing DBE/ACDBE Supportive Services initiatives
• Participate in field visits for workforce compliance reviews

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate with an accredited post-secondary institution and have completed at least one (1) year of undergraduate education
• Working towards a Bachelor Degree in Business or related field
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze data sets related to discipline
• Ability to build relationships, establish credibility, and influence leaders at all levels
• Ability to conduct well-informed research
• Ability to solve complex, critical problems
• Ability to review and make recommendations on proposed changes to relevant policies and procedures
• Good interpersonal and communication skills suitable for a wide variety of contacts
• Confidence and ability to learn on the job and adapt quickly to changing circumstances
• Basic knowledge of the mission and role of INDOT
• Basic understanding of state policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Knowledge of state government structure, administrative procedures, and the legislative process
• Ability to read comprehensive reports and write well
• Analytical skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft platforms

Benefits

• This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period