About the role
**Organization:** All Aboard Ohio
**Location:** Remote (Ohio-based applicants preferred)
**Type:** Unpaid Internship (Academic credit available upon request)
**Duration:** 10–15 weeks | Approx. 8–10 hours per week
Position Summary
All Aboard Ohio is looking for a detail-oriented and policy-savvy Policy Intern to support our advocacy work around passenger rail and public transportation. This intern will assist in monitoring legislation, conducting research, and helping prepare materials for decision-makers and the public.
Key Responsibilities
- Track federal, state, and local transportation policy developments
- Conduct research on transportation trends, ridership data, and funding mechanisms
- Draft briefs, fact sheets, and summaries of legislative proposals
- Support campaign and coalition-building efforts around AAO's policy priorities
- Attend or monitor public meetings, hearings, and webinars when applicable
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in public policy, urban planning, political science, or transportation
- Strong research and writing skills
- Ability to analyze legislation and communicate it clearly
- Experience using data and presenting findings in a concise format
- Organized, curious, and eager to learn
What You'll Gain
- Hands-on experience contributing to real policy and advocacy efforts related to public transportation in Ohio
- A deeper understanding of the intersection of transportation, equity, and public policy
- Exposure to state and local legislators, transportation officials, and planning professionals
- Opportunities to network with advocacy leaders, elected officials, and nonprofit policy experts
- Development of research, writing, and policy communication skills
- Mentorship from AAO board members and access to a statewide professional network
- Eligibility for academic credit or capstone project alignment (based on institutional approval)
To Apply
Please send your resume and a brief statement of interest (300–500 words) to John Esterly ting samples related to policy or research are encouraged. #J-18808-Ljbffr