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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: intern@m1rail.org
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:
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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
info@m-1rail.com
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: nicole.brown@m1rail.org
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
info@m-1rail.com
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
info@m-1rail.com
m-1rail.com
facebook.com/m1rail
@M1RAIL