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Economic Development & Urban Policy Intern

AECOM

Economic Development & Urban Policy Intern

New York, NY +1 location
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    AECOM is seeking an Economic Development & Urban Policy Intern to be based in New York, NY. 

    This position is expected to begin in May 2023.

    Our Economics + Advisory practice helps clients evaluate and make decisions about feasibility, financial requirements, social impact, risk and prospects for success. We pull ideas into focus and sharpen the boundaries of a preliminary plan or concept. The practice has three core focus areas:

    Economic Development & Urban Policy - Helping cities and regions develop strategies to deliver transformative and equitable growth. Affordable Housing Policy, Economic Development Strategies, Equitable Transit Oriented Development Plans, Economic Resilience & Revitalization, Economic and Fiscal Impact Assessments, Workforce Development, Green Economy Transitions.

    Collaborating with other disciplines, our team develops strategies that respond to the market, attract financing and enable implementation. We address challenges through clear communication, creative thinking and structured, impartial analysis. Our global experience and comprehensive, integrated approach help us understand how multiple factors influence value and feasibility. It’s not just about the market, but also project design, public policies and regulations, site conditions, mitigation requirements, development and financing costs, phasing and implementation challenges.

    THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

    • Performs a variety of assignments designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities, requiring application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out tasks.
    • Limited exercise of judgment is required on details of work and in making preliminary selections and adaptations of science alternatives.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Currently enrolled in Bachelor’s degree program in Economics, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Finance, Business, Real Estate, Environmental Science or a related field
    • Must have completed 3 years of study

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Currently enrolled in Master’s degree program in Economics, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Business, Real Estate, Finance, Environmental Science or a related field
    • Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative economic analysis related to economic & community development, equity, public health, public finance, and/or resilience
    • Experience building cashflow models in Excel for real estate development projects
    • Ability to think critically, analyze policy and regulations, and write effectively
    • Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
    • Strong technical skills, including experience with one or more of the following software packages:
      • ArcGIS and other spatial analysis tools
      • Quantitative/statistical programs such as STATA, R, Python
      • Data sources such as: Costar, EMSI, ESRI Business Analyst, BLS
      • Economic impact modeling tools such as RIMS II, IMPLAN, REMI

    Additional Information

    • Relocation is not available for this position.
    • Sponsorship is not available for this position.
    • EXEMPT POSITION: Offered rate of compensation (NYC locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The hourly range for this position is $22.00 - $31.00.
      • AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

    All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

    With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there’s never been a better time to be at AECOM! Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.

    AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

    Join us and let’s get started.

  • Locations
    Los Angeles, CA • New York, NY