Legislative Affairs Co-op Fall 2024 - (240003UL)
Position Summary:
The Legislative Affairs co-op will report directly to the Chief of Intergovernmental Affairs, and work as part of the Legislative Affairs Team to support their ongoing projects. This can include preparation for public meetings, communicating about projects such as the Sumner Tunnel Closure, Cape Cod Bridge Replacement and Allston I90 project to name a few and providing administrative support to the team. Other aspects of the co-op may include responding to public inquiries and conferring with staff, in order to exchange information, to coordinate efforts, and to obtain information concerning projects and activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
Take-aways at the end of the co-op:
The selected candidate will be able to:
About MassDOT:
The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.
MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Official Title: Contracted Student Interns
: United States-Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza
: Administrative Services
: Massachusetts Department of Transportation
: Full-time
: Day
: Apr 4, 2024, 3:22:51 PM
: 1
: 20.00 - 20.00 Hourly
If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Derrick Mann - 8573688541
Bargaining Unit: Non
Confidential: No
Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes
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